Voskresensky Novodevichy monastery
Voskresensky Novodevichy monastery, Orthodox monastery in Saint Petersburg, Russia
The monastery complex features five golden onion domes, traditional Russian architecture with Byzantine elements, and spans across a large garden territory.
Founded in 1849 near Moscow Gate, the monastery received its first cornerstone from Emperor Nicholas I during an official ceremony with Metropolitan Nikanor.
The monastery maintained various workshops, including icon painting, embroidery, carpet weaving, and shoe making, contributing to Russian craft traditions.
Located at 100 Moskovsky Prospect, the monastery contains multiple buildings housing a refectory, library, hospital, and religious facilities for visitors.
The Novodevichy Cemetery within the monastery grounds contains graves of notable Russian figures, including poets Nekrasov and Tyutchev, and artist Vrubel.
Location: Moskovsky District, Saint Petersburg
Website: http://вноводевичий.рф
GPS coordinates: 59.89861,30.32139
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:23
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