Church of St. Nicholas (Moscow)

 Classicism, 1840s construction, 1800s construction, Russian Orthodox Church, object of cultural heritage of federal importance (Russia), Orthodox church

A beautiful and ordinary Russian church with three altars (two "sub-altars" and one main one). Some renovation is under way, and there are usually handicapped or homeless people asking for money. Please be generous.

Blacksmiths built this beige and white Church of St. Nicholas. First made of stone in 1681, it was rebuilt in Empire-style in 1805 using parts of the older building. The refectory and bell tower were constructed later in 1847.

Unusual for Russian churches today, it is possible to hear the original bells in the tower, as this church was never closed during Soviet times. Weighing 153 pud or over 2.5 metric tons (5.5 tons), the large bell dates from 1849. Also the interior decorations and icons remain intact. Because of its many miracle-working icons, the church is commonly known St. Nicholas of the Wonders. Many of these icons predate this building and were not originally located here. From 1927 1950, the priest of this church arranged the transfer of many relics, icons and art objects from other churches that were being closed or destroyed. Since 1989 the church has operated a grammar school and various charitable community programs.