Peryn, Novgorod
#22 among attractions in Novgorod
Facts and practical information
Peryn is a peninsula near Veliky Novgorod, noted for its medieval pagan shrine complex, and for its later well-preserved monastery. ()
Novgorod Russia
Peryn – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Yuriev Monastery, Our Lady of the Sign, Saint Nicholas Cathedral, Nereditsa Church.
Silver-domed medieval Orthodox monasteryYuriev Monastery, Novgorod
27 min walk • Nestled on the banks of the Volkhov River, the Yuriev Monastery stands as a testament to the enduring spiritual heritage of Novgorod, Russia. Founded in the 12th century, this historic monastery is one of the oldest in the country and continues to be a significant...
ChurchOur Lady of the Sign, Novgorod
82 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Veliky Novgorod, Russia, stands the magnificent Our Lady of the Sign, an emblematic Orthodox cathedral and a testament to the city's rich historical tapestry. This venerable structure, also known as the Church of the Sign of the Most Holy...
ChurchSaint Nicholas Cathedral, Novgorod
80 min walk • Saint Nicholas Cathedral, a majestic embodiment of spiritual heritage, stands proudly in the heart of Novgorod, Russia. This ancient church is a testament to the city's historical and religious significance. Built in the 12th century, it is one of the oldest cathedrals...
2.2 miNE Museum, Church,Nereditsa Church, Novgorod
56 min walk • Nestled in the historic city of Novgorod, Russia, the Nereditsa Church stands as a testament to medieval Russian architecture and religious devotion. Officially known as the Church of the Dormition of the Mother of God on the Nereditsa Hill, this remarkable structure...
Archaeological siteRurikovo Gorodische, Novgorod
44 min walk • Rurikovo Gorodische is a historic archaeological site located in the city of Novgorod, Russia, that offers a glimpse into the country's ancient past. Believed to be the original settlement of the Varangian chieftain Rurik, who is said to have founded the Rurik dynasty...
Historical place, History museum, MemorialYaroslav's Court, Novgorod
81 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Veliky Novgorod, Russia, lies Yaroslav's Court, a historic area that once served as a bustling medieval trade center and political hub. This significant archaeological and architectural memorial encapsulates the grandeur of Novgorod's glorious...
ChurchChurch of St. Paraskevi, Novgorod
81 min walk • Church of St. Paraskevi in Veliky Novgorod is one of Russia's oldest churches, dating from 1207. The church is located at the city center, at the former Yaroslav's Court and the market square. It is currently a museum. The Church of St.
MonasteryDesyatinny Monastery, Novgorod
80 min walk • The Desyatinny Monastery is an inactive monastery or convent in Veliky Novgorod, one of eight ancient monasteries of Novgorod Republic. The Desyatinny Monastery now has a regular square-shaped perimeter.
ChurchChurch of the Transfiguration on Ilyina Street, Novgorod
81 min walk • The Church of the Transfiguration of the Savior is a former Russian Orthodox Church that stands on Ilyina Street in Veliky Novgorod just east of the Marketplace. The current building was built in 1374 and frescoed by Theophanes the Greek in 1378.
Archaeological siteLipno Church, Novgorod
82 min walk • Saint Nicholas Church on Lipno Island is a late 13th-century Russian Orthodox church sitting on a small island in the delta of the Msta River, 9 km south of Novgorod. Its design harks back to the Nativity Church on Peryn Island. The main altar is consecrated in the name of Saint Nicholas.
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