Church of St. George Victorious Samarkand

The Church of St. George Victorious exhibits traditional Eastern Orthodox architecture with brick walls and religious elements across its exterior and interior spaces.

Established in 1925, this religious structure emerged during a period when Orthodox Christianity maintained its presence in Central Asian territories.

The church represents a minority religious institution in Uzbekistan, illustrating the coexistence of Eastern Orthodox practices within a predominantly Muslim society.

Located on Birlik Street at coordinates 39.6623°N 66.9596°E, the church operates under the Diocese of Tashkent and Uzbekistan Eparchy.

The structure stands as one of the few Eastern Orthodox churches in Samarkand, combining Russian religious traditions with local architectural influences.

Location: Samarkand

Made from material: brick

GPS coordinates: 39.66230,66.95960

Latest update: March 12, 2025 02:09