Church of Saint Maximus the Confessor in Varvarka
Church of Saint Maximus the Confessor in Varvarka, Orthodox temple in Tverskoy District, Russia.
Description
The Church of Saint Maximus the Confessor on Varvarka Street is a rectangular stone structure with a single dome rising from a tall basement level. The interior contains a high altar and a side chapel, both spaces dedicated to the saint.
History
Built in 1698 by merchants Maxim Sharovnikov and Maxim Verkhovitinov, it replaced an earlier wooden church from 1434. The building was repurposed during Soviet times but returned to religious use in 1994.
Culture
The temple is dedicated to Saint Maximus the Confessor, a figure venerated by Moscow merchants who commissioned its construction and shaped its spiritual purpose.
Practical
The church sits in a densely built historic area, and its southern facade is adapted to sloped ground. Visitors should watch for uneven terrain and look for the entrance on the eastern side.
Did you know?
The southern facade features decorative kokoshniks, traditional Russian architectural ornaments shaped like semicircular arches. These elements reveal how builders adapted the design to fit the hilly terrain.
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