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What does the biggest monastery in Russia (and Europe) look like?

01.08.2017 14:58

What does the biggest monastery in Russia (and Europe) look like?

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July 14, 2017

The history of Russian tsars is frozen in St. Cyril-Belozersk Monastery

By Pavel Inzhelevsky

St. Cyril-Belozersk Monastery was founded in the late 14th century and became the largest monastery not only in our country, but also in Europe. Its total area spans more than 12 hectares and the monastery walls are more than two kilometers long. It also played an important role in Russia’s political affairs.  Ivan the Terrible visited the monastery many times and wished to spend the rest of his days here. His kids and future rulers also spent time here. As a result, St. Cyril-Belozersk Monastery is a vital part of Russian history. In 1924 the monastery was closed and turned into museum. Its main task is to preserve its legacy and buildings.

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