Moscow diocesan house
Moscow diocesan house, Religious landmark in Tverskoy District, Russia
Description
The Moscow Diocesan House is a religious administrative building in central Moscow with notable architectural craftsmanship. Its facade displays Russian Revival design combined with Byzantine influences and intricate stonework throughout.
History
Built in 1901, the structure became the Orthodox Church's central administrative headquarters in Moscow. Its construction at this time marked it as an important symbol of the church's institutional strength in the city.
Culture
This building served as a center for Orthodox Church administration and community life in Moscow. Visitors can observe how it continues to connect the city's religious traditions with its architectural heritage.
Practical
The building is located in Likhov Pereulok 6 in the Tverskoy District and is easily accessible by public transportation. The nearest metro stations at Teatralnaya and Okhotny Ryad are within walking distance and provide convenient access to the site.
Did you know?
The building blends religious function with architectural language that draws from both Eastern European and Byzantine traditions in a single unified design. This mixing makes it a rare example of Moscow's cultural fusion at the turn of the 20th century.
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