Tyumen is a modern Russian city in Siberia, rich in its traditions and sights that attract a large number of tourists. The Orthodox churches of Tyumen are considered the visiting cards of the city, and the most ancient ones are architectural monuments and heritage of a bygone era. The most significant places of worship in this administrative center will be presented below.
Church of Archangel Michael
This is one of the oldest places of worship in the city. The first mention of the temple dates back to 1624. Then it was a small wooden church that burned down in a fire in 1696.
A new stone church was built on this site and consecrated in 1791. In the process of erecting the temple, it was decided to build a building with two floors. This led to the fact that the first floor was built in the Baroque style, and the second - in the Empire style. In addition, the upper one (not originally planned) was consecrated in honor of John the Baptist later - in 1824.
OnOn the walls of the temple, the original painting of the 19th century, which depicts biblical scenes, is still preserved. In 1991, the Church of the Archangel Michael was restored.
Address of the temple in Tyumen: st. Lenina, 22.
Znamensky Cathedral
The main temple of the city, located in the Central region of Tyumen. It was founded in 1768 on the site of a wooden church. In total, the construction of the temple lasted 150 years. The first stone church was small, with a wooden roof and dome.
In 1850, the temple was reconstructed and expanded. In 1901, at the expense of the merchant M. Ivanov, 2 more aisles were added and the bell tower was enlarged. Now the Znamensky Cathedral is an integral structure in the Russian Baroque style.
In Soviet times, the oldest church in Tyumen did not escape looting and seizure of valuables. In 1948, the cathedral was recognized as an architectural monument and returned to believers. This is one of the few Orthodox churches that were allowed to hold services during the communist era.
Address of the Cathedral: st. Semakova, 13.
Church of the Savior of the Holy Image
The Church of the Savior in Tyumen (photo below) was founded in 1796. In connection with numerous reconstructions, the building combines 2 styles: pseudo-Russian and baroque. At one time it was the only church in the province, which was crowned with 13 domes at once.
And in the building, in specially equipped crypts, ktitors and the oldest clergy of the temple are buried.
In 1930In 1999, the Soviet authorities planned to blow up the Spassky Church of Tyumen, but later they abandoned this plan and limited themselves only to the demolition of the bell tower. For many years, the building housed a library and a hostel.
Complete reconstruction of the Church of the Savior was made in the early 2000s. The temple is located on St. Lenina, 43.
Church of the Holy Cross
The Ex altation of the Cross five-domed church in Tyumen was built like a refectory church and consecrated in 1791. Funds for the construction were collected by the residents of the city themselves. The walls of the temple were decorated with elegant baroque decor, which was completely lost during the overhaul in the 19th century.
During the Soviet period, the church was closed and partially destroyed. She was transferred to the bosom of the Tobolsk-Tyumen diocese in 1993.
Located at: st. Lunacharskogo, d. 1.
Ascension-Georgievsky Church
St. George's Church in Tyumen was built in 1789 on the banks of the Tura River. The two-storey brick building is made in the Russian Baroque style. The church had 2 altars and a bell tower.
Unfortunately, all the valuable property of the temple was nationalized and lost forever in Soviet times.
In 1976, the building of the Ascension Church was given the status of a historical monument of local importance. In 1996, the temple was returned to believers and restored. Services resumed in 2001.
Ascension-Georgievsky Church is located at: st. Coastal, d 77.
