Convent of SS Martha and Mary

TURN OF THE CENTURY LOVELY CONVENT

The convent was founded in 1908 by Grand Duchess Elizabeth Feodorovna (sister of Alexandra, the last empress of Russia—both Russian New Martyrs) after her husband was assassinated, to assist wounded s...

In no case can not be missed

Small and not too old Church in Zamoskvorechye. But it is very remarkable and deserves a mandatory visit. First, it is not bad from an aesthetic point of view. In its design were involved such famous ...

Orthodox Christian tradition and art nouveau style

For the art nouveau buffs Russia may still propose some architectural masterpieces, which do not exist elsewhere in the world - they combine art nouveau with centuries of Russian tradition. Most vivi...

Not just Convent!

Renovated and repaired just recently, located in the historical part of Moscow - Zamoskvorechye. Small and elegant. Not just a regular church or convent but the social-medical service to sick children...

NEEDS REFURBISHING

This is another old and tired looking church from the outside that needs refurbishing. Inside is better and has nice picturesque walls and ceilings. However, I wouldn't go out of your way to see it.