An active monastery in central Moscow near Lubyanka and Sretensky Boulevard. Historic buildings stand beside a modern cathedral, creating a striking contrast of periods that makes the site interesting both religiously and architecturally.
Official websiteCheck current opening hours and visitor rules on the official website before you go.
About an hour is usually enough unless you are attending a service or exploring in depth. It fits naturally into a walk from Chistye Prudy to Lubyanka and Nikolskaya Street.
Nearest metro stations: Sretensky Bulvar, Turgenevskaya, Chistye Prudy and Lubyanka.
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