New Jerusalem Monastery Tours

Great monasteries of Russia. New Jerusalem monastery, Istra

The "New Jerusalem Monastery" was founded in 1656 and is located 1 hr by car West of Moscow city center. One major part of the architecture is an identical replica of the Cathedral of Sepulchre in Jerusalem including the small chapel beneath its dome, daily attracting hundreds of worshippers.

Visit New Jerusalem Monastery

Curious if there's something in the universe much bigger than you? Those who live at New Jerusalem Monastery may be able to give you some insight.

If you're trying to figure out what else there is to keep you busy after visiting New Jerusalem Monastery in Istra, you're not short on choice. Stop by Fairytale Town Puppet Theater. It's not too far from the residence for monks and will give you more insight into what this area is all about.

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A beautiful Orthodox Church inside an equally beautiful Monastery. There is a little bakery nearby with delicious sweets and tea.

Savvino Storozhevsky Monastery

Learn about the local history of Zvenigorod when you spend time at Savvino Storozhevsky Monastery. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

Fairytale Town Puppet Theater

You can get tickets for a performance at Fairytale Town Puppet Theater during your stay in Istra. Make time to visit the temples and spas while you're in the area.

Francis Puppet Theater

You can make plans for a show at Francis Puppet Theater on your trip to Dedovsk. Discover the area's jazz scene and spas.

Istrinskoye Vodokhranilishche

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Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Istrinskoye Vodokhranilishche during your travels in Pyatnitsa. Make time to visit the spas and temples while you're in the area.

Museum of S.I. Taneeva in Dyutkov

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Museum of S.I. Taneeva in Dyutkov during your trip to Zvenigorod.

Shatury Museum of Local Lore

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Shatury Museum of Local Lore during your travels in Moscow. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.