Refectory Church, Eastern Orthodox church in Kyiv Pechersk Lavra, Ukraine
The Refectory Church combines both religious and dining spaces within a grand structure featuring Russian-Byzantine architectural elements and ornate decorative patterns.
Built in 1895 by architect Vladimir Nikolayev, this church replaced an earlier refectory from 1684, which itself succeeded a 12th-century structure destroyed by earthquake.
The interior walls display academic-style religious paintings and frescoes depicting fourteen saints of Pechersk, representing Eastern Orthodox artistic traditions.
The church maintains daily morning and evening services while offering visitors access to an observation platform overlooking the Dnieper River and surrounding buildings.
The burial site near the church contains the remains of Vasyl Kochubei, Ivan Iskra, and Pyotr Stolypin, marking significant historical events in Ukrainian history.
Location: Kyiv
Inception: 1895
Architects: Vladimir Nikolayev
Architectural style: Russian-Byzantine architecture
Part of: Kyiv Pechersk Lavra
Website: https://lavra.ua/shrine/vtoroj-iz-hramov-lavry
GPS coordinates: 50.43483,30.55806
Latest update: March 8, 2025 03:24
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