The Church of the Dormition of the Mother of God

The Church of the Dormition features three floors above ground and one below, constructed with brick and sandstone in Russian Revival architectural style.

This religious structure served as part of the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra until 1917, when political changes in Russia altered its administrative status.

The church maintains regular Orthodox services throughout the year, connecting the local community through traditional religious ceremonies and gatherings.

Located near Saint Petersburg's city center, this federal cultural heritage site welcomes visitors interested in exploring Orthodox architectural traditions.

During the 1960s, the church building underwent transformation into an indoor ice rink, with Soviet leaders' portraits decorating its interior spaces.

Location: Saint Petersburg

Location: Vasileostrovsky District

Inception: 1895

Architectural style: Russian Revival architecture

Floors above the ground: 3

Floors below the ground: 1

Made from material: brick, sandstone

Part of: Metochion of Kiev-Pechersk Lavra, Saint Petersburg

Address: Набережная Лейтенанта Шмидта, дом 27/2, Василеостровский район, Санкт-Петербург, 199034, Росси́йская Федера́ция 199034 199034

Phone: +78123237436

Email: biblio@spb.optina.ru

Website: http://spb.optina.ru/en

GPS coordinates: 59.93333,30.27556

Latest update: May 11, 2025 12:26