Sergiyev Posad Things to Do

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You may see an Obelisk at the centre of the monastery's square.

You may watch 2 min 27 sec VIDEO-Clip Russia Sergyiev Posad Part IV out of VT-Tube with Orthodox church music.

You may watch my high resolution photo of the Obelisk on the Google Earth according to the following coordinates 56º 18' 37.06" N 38º 7' 48.71" E or on my Google Earth Panoramio Obelisk .

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The Trinity Cathedral was constructed in 1422 – 1423 to replace the wooden Trinity Church built by the Monastery founder Sergius of Radonezh. The Cathedral became a compositional center for the subsequently developing Monastery ensemble.
The walls made of blocks of white stone are unusually inclined towards the center enchanting the Cathedral monumentality, stability and uprising character.

In 1458 the brick church - Nikon Chapel was constructed over the tomb of Sergius's successor Nikon buried at the southern wall of the Trinity Cathedral.

You may watch 3 min 35 sec VIDEO-Clip Russia Sergyiev Posad Part III out of VT-Tube with Orthodox church music.

You may watch my high resolution photo of the Trinity Cathedral on the Google Earth according to the following coordinates 56º 18' 37.21" N 38º 7' 47.13" E or on my Google Earth Panoramio Trinity Cathedral 1 and Trinity Cathedral 2.

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The St Sergyi’s Monument is situated just at the square in front of the monastery’s fortification.

You may watch my high resolution photo of the St Sergyi’s Monument on the Google Earth according to the following coordinates 56º 18' 40.66" N 38º 7' 59.83" E or on my Google Earth Panoramio St Sergyi’s Monument .

The Chapel of the Pyatnitsky Well was built late 17th - early 18th century.
The Chapel is situated at the road opposite the Pyatnitskaya Church and the Church of the Presentation in the Temple. It was built over a stream on the bank of the Konchura River. It looks like Moscow many-tier churches. The roof is covered with silvery aspen shingle.

You may watch my high resolution photo of the Chapel of the Pyatnitsky Well on the Google Earth according to the following coordinates 56º 18' 29.43" N 38º 8' 5.47" E or on my Google Earth Panoramio Chapel of the Pyatnitsky Well .

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The Pyatnitskaya Church and the Church of the Presentation in the Temple were built in 1547.
Two stone churches - the Pyatnitskaya Church and the Church of the Presentation in the Temple - were constructed to the south from the Monastery at the bottom of the hill on the "Podol". Though the Churches were constructed at the same time, they are quite different.

The Church of the Presentation in the Temple was constructed with the money of Boyar Ivan Khabarov. It reminds of the Church of the Holy Ghost. it is a elegant uprising structure on a high socle. The Pyatnitskaya Church has a refectory and a bell tower. Such type of church became widespread in Russia.

You may watch my high resolution photo of the Pyatnitskaya Church on the Google Earth according to the following coordinates 56º 18' 30.38" N 38º 7' 57.36" E or on my Google Earth Panoramio Pyatnitskaya Church .

You may watch my high resolution photo of Church of the Presentation in the Temple on the Google Earth according to the following coordinates 56º 18' 30.38" N 38º 7' 57.36" E or on my Google Earth Panoramio Church of the Presentation in the Temple .

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The Water Tower was built in 17th century.
The Tower was named after the pond behind which in the 17th century the cabbage kitchen-garden subsequently turning to the Monastery garden was located.

You may watch my high resolution photo of the Water Tower on the Google Earth according to the following coordinates 56º 18' 33.65" N 38º 7' 46.39" E or on my Google Earth Panoramio Water Tower .

The Zvonkovaya Tower was built in 16th - 17th century.
Originally it was called Forger Tower as it was situate near the forge where from the noise of the anvil was constantly heard. The Tower is decorated with pilasters, arches ornamental details.

You may watch my high resolution photo of the Zvonkovaya (former Forger) Tower on the Google Earth according to the following coordinates 56º 18' 42.25" N 38º 7' 45.04" E or on my Google Earth Panoramio Zvonkovaya (former Forger) Tower .

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The Pilgrim Tower was erected in 1778.
The Tower is situated at the break of two parts of the fortress wall. It was constructed to the design of Zhukov and Yakovlev in classical style as a gala entrance after the Monastery lost its defensive significance. The up-diminishing tiers are crowned with a tent covered with tiles, a lantern and a weather-vane.

Inside there is a spiral staircase with 159 steps and five observation grounds for tourists. From them one can enjoy a nice view of the architectural ensemble and of the town stretching on the small picturesque hills.

You may watch my high resolution photo of the Pilgrim Tower on the Google Earth according to the following coordinates 56º 18' 39.91" N 38º 7' 45.93" E or on my Google Earth Panoramio Pilgrim Tower .