ferapontov monastery
states: [russia]
category: cultural
year: 2000
location: Vologda region
region: Europe and North America
latitude/longitude: 59.9500000000, 38.5666666700
unesco id: 982
world heritage site: 982
Copyright © 1992 - 2025 UNESCO/World Heritage Centre. All rights reserved.
Ferapontov Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Russia, is a well-preserved example of medieval Orthodox architecture and art. Founded in the late 14th century by Saint Ferapont, the monastery is renowned for its stunning frescoes, painted in 1502 by the master artist Dionisy, which adorn the interior of the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Virgin. These vibrant, detailed murals, along with the monastery’s serene white-stone structures, reflect Russia’s rich spiritual and cultural heritage, making it a significant historical treasure. Today, it serves as a museum, offering insight into monastic life and medieval Russian artistry.