Gorne-Uspensky Convent
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The Gorne-Uspensky Convent (Russian: Горне-Успенский монастырь) or simply Gorny Convent (in English: Convent of the Assumption on the Hill) is a monastery in Vologda, Russia. It was active between 1590 and 1924. It is situated in the historic part of the town, named Upper Posad, in the area bounded by the Zavrazhskaya, Burmaginy and Mokhov streets. Several of its buildings are preserved or have been restored, while others are partially or completely in ruins. It comprises a complex of monuments that have been protected by the federal government.[1]
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Other names | Gorne-Uspensky Convent |
Order | Orthodox |
Established | 1590 |
Disestablished | 1918 |
Diocese | Vologda |
Controlled churches | Assumption church |
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Founder(s) | Abbess Domnikia |
Site | |
Location | Vologda, Russia |
Coordinates | 59°13′54″N 39°52′14″E |
Visible remains | Assumption church, stone walls, St Sergius chapel, Alexius barbican church, abbey house, orphanage |
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