The monastery was founded by Peter the Great in July 1710 in memory of victory of Russian troops under command of the Prince of Novgorod Alexander Nevsky over Swedes (1240). Built by Domenico Trezzini in 1713-1790, it was given the official title of the Alexander Nevsky Lavra (monastery) of the Holy Trinity in 1797. Located in the end of Nevsky prospect, the monastery gave its name to the main street of St.Petersburg. At the turn of the last century the monastery complex included 16 churches, of which five still survive. Holy Trinity Cathedral (built by Ivan Starov’s in 1776-1797) is the centerpiece of the architectural ensemble. Many outstanding Russians are buried on two monastery cemeteries. Dostoevsky and Tchaikovsky are among them (their graves are to the right when walking toward the Cathedral).

Open: 09:30 – 18:00

Closed on Thursdays

Address: 179/2-a, Nevsky prospect.

The nearest metro station: Alexander Nevsky Square

Phone: +7 (812) 274 17 02

www.lavra.spb.ru

www.necropolis.spb.org