Alexander Nevsky Monastery St. Petersburg, Russia

Founded in 1710 by Peter the Great to house the relics of the military hero-saint Prince Alexander of Novgorod, this is one of only four Russian monasteries to be given the highest rank of lavra.

Location map of Alexander Nevsky Monastery, St. Petersburg, Russia. Click to enlarge.
Aerial view of Alexander Nevsky Monastery, St. Petersburg, Russia. Click to enlarge.

Quick Facts

Address
St. Petersburg, Russia
Coordinates
59.9211300° N, 30.3886130° E map · aerial
Date(s)
1710

Article Info

Page Title
Alexander Nevsky Monastery
Added By
Holly Hayes
Date Published
October 8, 2013
Last Updated
September 30, 2023