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The Iberia-Sofroniev Desert Monastery stands at coordinates 55.482614N, 43.714159E, surrounded by dense forests and natural waterways of central Russia.

The monastery traces its origins to the 6th century, establishing itself as a center of Eastern Orthodox spirituality within the Russian territories.

The monastery maintains traditional Orthodox practices, with resident monks following strict daily routines of prayer, meditation, and manuscript preservation.

Visitors can access the monastery through guided tours that operate throughout the year, with advance reservations required for group visits.

The monastery preserves ancient theological manuscripts and features distinctive architectural elements that combine Georgian and Russian Orthodox styles.

GPS coordinates: 55.48261,43.71416

Latest update: April 1, 2025 07:37