New Jerusalem (Resurrection) Monastery (Istra)

Russia / Moskovskaja Oblast / Istra / Sovetskaya ulitsa, 2
 museum, place with historical importance, monastery, Russian Orthodox Church
The New Jerusalem Monastery was founded in 1656 by Patriarch Nikon as a patriarchal residence in the vicinity of Moscow. The monastery took its name from the concept of New Jerusalem. This site was chosen for its resemblance to the Holy Land. The River Istra represents the Jordan, and the buildings represent the 'sacral space' or holy places of Jerusalem.

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Coordinates:   55°55'18"N   36°50'43"E