Sergiev Posad: Discover Russian City Origins & Histories Moscow

City: Moscow (Russia) Latitude: 37.61540 Longitude:37.61540 Id: 158242 -S:1037


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6
Hours

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Sergiev Posad is home to the Trinity Lavra - the main monastery in Russia - and is a must-see sight near Moscow. During the excursion, you will learn about the life of the founder of the monastery - St Sergius of Radonezh, one of the most revered Russian saints; about the history of the monastery associated with key events in Russian history and Russian Orthodox Church and Sergiev Posad. Guided tour includes: Trinity Cathedral (1422) – a masterpiece of Russian architecture and the oldest surviving building inside the monastery. It is here that the relics of St Sergius are held. The cathedral’s ancient iconostasis also holds icons with were painted by Andrey Rublev and his pupils. Dormition Cathedral (1559-1585) – built on the orders and using the donations of Ivan the Terrible taking the Moscow Kremlin’s Dormition Cathedral as an example. St Sergius’ Church and Refectory (1686-1692) - you will see the stunning baroque interior with one of the most beautiful carved iconostases in Russia

Not Included

  • Lunch
  • Additional Information

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Logistics Instructions

  • Start location : Yaroslavsky railway station. In front of the entrance of Yaroslavsky railway station - Link to Google Map: https://goo.gl/maps/va7dmFyYHo42 The station is located Komsomolskaya square next to Leningradsky railway station and metro station.
  • End location : Yaroslavsky railway station. In front of the entrance of Yaroslavsky railway station - Link to Google Map: https://goo.gl/maps/va7dmFyYHo42 The station is located Komsomolskaya square next to Leningradsky railway station and metro station.
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    Prices

    * Per Person
  • Child : from 7 to 13 : from 0 to 6 Persons
  • Adult : from 14 to 18 : from 0 to 6 Persons
  • Adult : from 19 to 70 : from 0 to 6 Persons

    Cancellation Policy

  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.


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