Preobrazhensky Old Believers Monastery in Moscow

The Preobrazhensky Old Believers Monastery features traditional Russian ecclesiastical architecture with brick walls and decorative pseudo-gothic towers surrounding the religious complex.

Established in 1771, the monastery started as a plague quarantine site before developing into a major spiritual center housing 1,500 people and attracting 10,000 Old Believers.

The monastery contains two separate sections for men and women, with churches designated as chapels due to the Fedoseevtsy community's rejection of traditional priesthood.

The religious complex maintains regular visiting hours and offers guided tours explaining the traditions of Old Believers through exhibitions and historical displays.

The male section transformed into St Nicholas Monastery held the Khludov collection of 1,300 ancient icons and Old Believer literature until the October Revolution.

Location: Preobrazhenskoye District

Inception: 1771

Website: http://staropomor.ru

GPS coordinates: 55.79279,37.71624

Latest update: March 15, 2025 20:13