Church of Saint Demetrius of Thessaloniki in Vostochnoe, Orthodox temple in Vostochnoe, Russia
The Church of Saint Demetrius of Thessaloniki is an Orthodox place of worship in Vostochnoe with traditional Russian ecclesiastical design. The building displays characteristic features of Russian Orthodox architecture including decorative elements on its exterior walls and roof.
The church was founded in 1766 and has served as a center for Orthodox worship in the Moscow region since its establishment. It has maintained its religious function throughout the centuries and remains an important Orthodox sanctuary.
The church serves as a center for community programs including religious education and music classes for children and young people. These activities make the place a gathering point where visitors can see how the community uses the space in daily life.
The location is well served by public transportation, particularly by trolleybuses from Oktyabrskoye Pole metro station. The route runs along Marshal Zhukov Avenue and reaches the Institute of Communications stop nearby.
The church operates a museum displaying religious artifacts and treasures from its long history. Visitors can also attend specialized courses for people preparing to take on church service roles.
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