The gate. Holy Dormition Princess Monastery

The Assumption Princess Monastery is located in the center of the most beautiful ancient city of Vladimir. It was founded by Princess Maria Shvarnova in 1200, hence the name – Princess. Over the long years of its existence, the monastery was repeatedly subjected to fires, ruin and raid of the Tatar-Mongol yoke. This monastery was famous for the rich decoration of its Assumption and Kazan temples. The beauty and grandeur of this monastery is amazing, every corner and every stone is imbued with antiquity and ancient history.

Also in Vladimir there is a monument of ancient Russian architecture - the Golden Gate. They were used in ancient times as a defensive structure and were a triumphal arch. Nowadays, at the top of the gate, in the church, there is a museum. Many legends and legends hold this gate.

To understand the beauty and grandeur of the glorious city of Vladimir, you must visit there. Getting there won't be difficult. Vladimir is included in the tourist route Golden Ring of Russia. There are also regular trains and buses.