Zilantov monastery, Orthodox monastery on Zilantov Hill, Kazan, Russia.
The monastery complex includes multiple religious buildings with characteristic Russian Orthodox architectural elements situated at an elevated position overlooking the city.
Ivan the Terrible established this monastery in 1552 after conquering Kazan, initially using the location as a burial ground for Russian soldiers.
The monastery maintains regular Eastern Orthodox services and religious ceremonies, continuing centuries-old traditions of Russian Orthodox spiritual practices.
Visitors can reach the monastery daily between 07:30 and 19:00 by taking bus routes 10 or 63 from Gabdulla Tukay square to River Technical School.
The monastery stands on a mountain connected to regional folklore about Zilant, a serpentine creature that influenced the naming of this religious complex.
Location: Kazan
Inception: 1552
Website: http://zilantova-gora.ortox.ru
GPS coordinates: 55.80796,49.05847
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:46
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