Tolga Monastery
Толгский монастырь
A women's monastery on the left bank of the Volga, founded in 1314, with colorful domes set against the river views and an ancient oak grove on its grounds.
The Tolga Monastery is located on the left bank of the Volga, about 10 km north of the city center. Legend says it was founded in 1314 after the Tolga icon of the Mother of God appeared. It is now an Eastern Orthodox women's monastery. The grounds include the 17th-century Church of the Transfiguration, colorful domes, gardens, and an ancient oak grove several hundred years old. The flower beds tended by the nuns are lovely. Visitors must dress modestly, and women must cover their heads and wear skirts. Photography is not allowed in some areas. You can take a taxi, or in summer, take a boat from the river station.
Opening hours
About 07:00–19:00
Nearby sights
- Yaroslavl Zoo
- Volkov Theatre
- Church of St John the Baptist at Tolchkovo
- Vlasyevskaya (Znamenskaya) Tower
- Music and Time Museum
- Church of the Epiphany
- Church of St Nicholas Nadein
- Church of Elijah the Prophet