The Transfiguration Cathedral

The Transfiguration Cathedral is the main temple of the former male Spaso-Transfiguration Monastery. This is a magnificent example of the cultural heritage of the XVI century. This attraction will be interesting for both believers and fans of Old Russian painting and architecture.

Initially, the cathedral was built in 1216-1224, but it was badly damaged by fire in the XVI century, as a result of which, it had to be rebuilt. For this purpose, experienced Moscow masters were involved. The Transfiguration Cathedral is the oldest building and the oldest monument of mural painting in Yaroslavl.

The painting of the cathedral is made in the traditional style. Temple painting impresses the imagination with its monumental spirituality and magnificent style of execution.

Address: Yaroslavl city, Epiphany Square, 25.

To get to the Cathedral, you can take public transport, reaching the stop "Bogoyavlenskaya Square". Routes: Nos. 4, 4a, 13, 14, 16, 41, 41b.