Zymne Monastery, Cave monastery in Volyn Oblast, Ukraine.
The monastery complex includes defensive walls, towers, and a system of caves with two parallel corridors connected in the center section.
Founded in 1001 by Vladimir the Great, the monastery contains the Trinity Church from 1465 and the Assumption Katholikon completed in 1495.
The monastery maintains regular religious services and ceremonies, continuing centuries of Orthodox Christian traditions in the Volyn region.
Located five kilometers south of Volodymyr at coordinates 50.801667, 24.3275, visitors can explore the cave system and religious buildings.
The monastery stands on Holy Mountain above the Luha River, featuring architectural elements that combine Gothic influences with traditional Orthodox design.
Location: Volyn Oblast
Location: Volodymyr-Volynskyi Raion
Location: Zymne
Inception: 1001
Founders: Vladimir the Great
GPS coordinates: 50.80167,24.32750
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:46
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