Temples and cathedrals in Kostroma

Q: In what architectural styles were the main temples of Kostroma built and who designed them?

The Epiphany-Anastasy monastery combines ancient Russian architecture (the cathedral of the XVI century) and baroque (the bell tower of the XVIII century). The Church of the Resurrection on Debra is a masterpiece of patterned tiles and carved carvings, created in 1652. The Transfiguration Church was designed by the provincial architect Nikolai Metlin, who used elements of the pseudo-Russian style.

Q: Where to go in Kostroma with children: interesting places for a family holiday?

The open-air Museum of Wooden Architecture presents five-wall huts, windmills and the Church of the Cathedral of the Virgin of 1552. The zoo "Kostromskaya Sloboda" contains lynx, bears and rare birds in conditions close to natural. Children will enjoy the interactive exhibition “Wonder Forest” with tactile models of animals.

Q: Where in Kostroma to make atmospheric photos with historical color?

The embankment of the Volga with the Ostrovsky gazebo and a view of the fire tower of the XIX century is a classic angle. Inside the Ipatiev Monastery, the best shots are obtained from the frescoes of the Trinity Cathedral and the carved gates of the Romanov chambers. Dairy Mountain Street with wooden houses in Art Nouveau style is ideal for shooting the "old city".

Q: What little-known sights of Kostroma are worth seeing for lovers of history?

The Church of John the Theologian in the Ipatievskaya Sloboda has preserved unique graffiti of the XVII century. In the building of the Noble Assembly (1780s) the interiors with stucco and oak panels survived. On the territory of the New City of the Ipatiev Monastery there is an archaeological museum with finds of the pre-Mongol period.

Q: With which historical figures are the key monuments of Kostroma connected?

Susaninskaya Square is named in honor of Ivan Susanin, which recalls the monument of 1851 by Demut-Malinovsky. In the Epiphany Monastery, the Fedorovsk Icon of the Mother of God is kept, which was blessed to the kingdom by the Romanov dynasty. Playwright Alexander Ostrovsky often visited the Shchelykovo estate near Kostroma, where now his memorial museum.

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Assumption Cathedral in Kostroma

The very first stone structure erected in Kostroma is the Assumption Cathedral. It was erected approximately in the 16th century. …

Holy Protection Church in the village of Shunga

The Holy Protection Church is an integral part of historical Orthodox culture. The time of its creation dates back to the 18th cen …

Ipatiev monastery

Ipatievsky Holy Trinity Monastery is of great importance for the entire Orthodox population of Russia. This is one of the oldest t …

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The Church of the Savior of the Unmade Image in the Rows

The chronicles mention the wooden temple of the Savior in the Rows since 1628. The stone church was built according to the traditi …

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Temple of Nicholas the Wonderworker

One of the most frequently visited Orthodox churches of Kostroma is the Temple of Nicholas the Wonderworker. Its appearance is qu …

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Epiphany-Anastasiin Monastery

The Epiphany-Anastasiin Monastery is one of the ancient Orthodox monasteries of Russia. It was built in the first half of the 15th …

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Church of the Resurrection of Christ on Debre

The Church of the Resurrection of Christ on Debre is one of the oldest monuments of Orthodox culture, created in the 17th century. …

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Church of Epiphany

The Church of Epiphany in Kostroma is a beautiful building with a rich history. The cathedral was founded in the sixteenth centur …

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Ipatiev monastery: about the royal house of the Romanovs, and not only :

Yes, the Kostroma Holy Trinity Ipatiev Monastery is known primarily as the cradle of the royal Romanov dynasty. It was here that M …

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To Ostrovsky and Kustodiev. squirrel

Two geniuses choose almost the same place in the Kostroma province. Ostrovsky created a Russian play. Kustodiev founded his unique …

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Tour-quest "Loop of time"

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Where, whom and how Ivan Susanin saved. Let's go to the swamp!

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We invite you to visit the Snow Maiden and Frost - the master in the amazing Kostroma region! 3-5 January, 5-7 January, 7-9 Januar …

Kostroma: Lady - Sudarynka!

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The Delicious Life of Kostroma

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