Khram Svyatitelya Nikolaya V Tolmachakh is an Orthodox church inside the Tretyakov Gallery’s Engineering Building, at 9 Maly Tolmachevsky Lane in Moscow. Its ancient icons include the revered icon of the Theotokos of Vladimir, and the church is a place to see examples of religious art from ancient Rus’. Rublev’s Trinity is sometimes displayed here, so check ahead if you hope to see it. Visit quietly and allow time to look closely at the icons.
Icons and religious art
The church holds ancient icons and examples of religious art from ancient Rus’. Among them is the icon of the Theotokos of Vladimir. Rublev’s Trinity is displayed in the church on some occasions, but its presence is not guaranteed. Check ahead if seeing it is important to your visit.
A church inside the Tretyakov Gallery
Khram Svyatitelya Nikolaya V Tolmachakh is located in the Tretyakov Gallery’s Engineering Building, at 9 Maly Tolmachevsky Lane. For a quieter visit, plan to come during an off-peak period. Take time to look closely at the icons and their details.
FAQ
Where is Khram Svyatitelya Nikolaya V Tolmachakh?
It is inside the Tretyakov Gallery’s Engineering Building at 9 Maly Tolmachevsky Lane in Moscow.
What can you see inside the church?
The church has ancient icons, including the icon of the Theotokos of Vladimir, and examples of religious art from ancient Rus’.
Is Rublev’s Trinity always on display?
No. It is displayed in the church on some occasions, so check ahead if you want to see it.
