Часовня Рождества Пресвятой Богородицы

The Часовня Рождества Пресвятой Богородицы (Church of the Birth of the Most Holy Theotokos) is a historic Russian Orthodox chapel located in the village of Maximovo, Russia. Believed to date from before mid C18, this chapel has been an important place of worship for the local community.

History

• The chapel's architectural style is characteristic of Russian Orthodox chapels from the 18th century. Its design features a simple yet elegant structure with a single nave and a small bell tower. The building's exterior is made of wood, while its interior is adorned with traditional Russian Orthodox iconography.

Due to being a disused building, the chapel's current status as a place of worship is limited. However, it remains an important cultural landmark in the region. The chapel's opening hours are not publicly available, and access may be restricted due to its disuse.

Architecture

The chapel features a traditional Russian Orthodox organ, which is reportedly still functional despite being disused. Additionally, the chapel's bell tower houses a set of bells that have been in use for centuries.

Location

The chapel is situated in the village of Maximovo, Russia, along the Maslovskaya and Kushnikovskaya streets. It is easily accessible by public transportation or on foot.

Visiting Information

The Часовня Рождества Пресвятой Богородицы has been recognized as an important cultural landmark by local authorities. Its heritage status is reflected in its inclusion on the Temple Database (ref:temples.ru).

Notable Features

Unfortunately, no notable artworks or relics are currently documented for this chapel.