Novodevichy Convent
This picture I took right on the time when starting dark. The arhitecture of all churches and walls of the Novodevichy Convent is very beautiful and looks magnificance at nights.... During for 400 years the Novodevichy Convent was the witness and ...
Novodevichy convent is one of the loveliest monasteries and major spiritual centers in Moscow from centuries back. On this picture you can see the magnificent 5-domed Smolensky Cathedral, the white church in Russian-Byzantine style with attractive bi...
During for 400 years the Novodevichy Convent was the witness and the participant of important historical events, connected with the names of Ivan the Terrible, Boris Godunov, Sofia and Peter I. The architectural ensemble of the convent was formed by ...
This picture I took on the last morning of 2006... the weather was cool (-5 C) and a little bit snow which fell couple of days before... so Moscovites met the New 2007 Year with snow, with the winter weather which has to be here during this season.. ...
The red and white crenellated walls and golden domes of Novodevichy Convent make it one of Moscow's most attractive monasteries. Novodevichy, or "New Maidens Convent" in English, was founded by Vasily III in 1524 to commemorate the recapture of Smole...
Liz & Rob AdamsArthur provided my husband and I with a perfect tour to the Golden Ring towns of Vladimir and Suzdal. It was the highlight of our trip to Russia.
His enthusiasm, knowledge and organisation were superb. He understood our needs and provided a wealth of information appropriate to the sights. We had time to explore all the historic locations and appreciate the amazing history, Russian architecture and art as well as visit the top class museums. Because of his photographic skills, Arthur took us to special photogenic locations ensuring that the photographic record of our journey was first rate. Last but not least, having a guide who could translate Russian into English so skilfully was invaluable and deepened our whole Russian experience.