Bryansk is an old Orthodox city, but its glory is more military than religious. The city is a large industrial and educational center. However, this article provides information specifically about churches, ancient monuments of culture and architecture in Russia.
City of Bryansk
Bryansk was founded in 985. This Russian city is famous for its famous churches. During its existence, more than 25 churches and three large temples were opened and erected in the city.
The churches of Bryansk are unique in their age, not all of them managed to survive during the Soviet regime. Even today, work is underway to actively restore many of the city's religious buildings. There are 104 religious associations in the city. And this, you see, is a good indicator of the spirituality of society.
In the center of the city of Bryansk there are several large religious institutions. These are the Roman Catholic Church, the Tikhvin Temple, the Peter and Paul Convent and the Church of the Transfiguration. All of them stand on the shore of Lake Starukha, decorating the city with their unique architectural ensemble.
The following is information about Tikhvinskayachurch.
Tikhvin Church
The Tikhvin Church in Bryansk is named after the Tikhvin Icon of the Mother of God. Previously, in its place was a wooden temple, presumably built in the 16th century. The modern building of the temple dates back to 1755. Made in the Baroque style, very relevant for that time, it immediately catches the eye with its unique beauty.
The temple was built for 14 years. One hundred years after the opening of the temple, it will be enlarged and completed. During Stalin's time, the rector of the temple was shot, until the collapse of the USSR, services were no longer held in the temple.
Churches in Bryansk almost all were destroyed and closed during the Soviet era. Nowadays, they are being actively restored and services are again held in them.
