Church of the Dormition at the Kremlin

The Church of the Dormition is an Orthodox church building located within the Tula Kremlin complex, featuring Russian Baroque architecture with white walls and multiple domes. The structure rises prominently above the fortress walls and serves as an active place of worship.

Construction began in 1762 as part of the Tula Kremlin fortress complex during a period of expanding Orthodox presence in central Russia. The church was integrated into the existing defensive structure to serve both spiritual and military purposes.

The church displays traditional Orthodox iconography with decorated iconostases and sacred artworks that reflect the spiritual life of the Russian Orthodox community. Visitors can observe how people use the space for prayer and worship throughout the week.

The church is accessible through the main entrance of the Tula Kremlin complex, where visitors can enter the fortress grounds during regular opening hours. Regular services take place throughout the year, so it is helpful to check ahead if access is available during worship times.

The building combines military fortress architecture with its role as an active place of worship, having been designed to integrate into the defensive walls of the Kremlin. This dual character as both a fortification element and a functioning Orthodox cathedral is not commonly found in other churches of the region.

Location: Tula

Inception: 1762

Architectural style: Russian Baroque

Part of: Tula Kremlin

Website: https://tulaeparhia.ru/category/blagochiniya/tsentralnoe-blagochinie-g-tula/uspenskij-sobor-tulskogo-kremlya

GPS coordinates: 54.19501,37.61998

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:43