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Church of St. Nicholas in Brest
Brest Church of St. Nicholas is one of the oldest churches in the city, with a centuries-old history. The first written mention of the church dates back to 1390 when Brest was granted Magdeburg rights. According to legend, it was founded by a merchant-Cossack who, after getting stuck in the Mukhavets River, vowed to build a church in honor of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker. Keeping his promise, he established the church, which became an important spiritual and cultural center of the city. Today, the Church of St. Nicholas is part of the routes of tours across Belarus, attracting both pilgrims and history enthusiasts.
History of Creation
The original church was built of stone, unplastered, with a wooden dome covered with white metal. Its interior decoration was simple, but among the many icons, the image of the Savior was especially revered. In the 16th century, an Orthodox brotherhood emerged at the church – one of the oldest in Belarus, which also operated a school and a hospital. In 1604, the church was transferred to the Uniates.
When the construction of the Brest Fortress began in 1836, the church was temporarily preserved, and even plans were made for its reconstruction as a garrison temple. However, in 1840, it was dismantled. Several decades later, in 1870–1876, a new Orthodox church – St. Nicholas Church – was built in the Citadel, designed by architect D. I. Grimm. Today, this church is a significant landmark included in tours from Minsk and other cities.
Architecture and Spiritual Life
The modern St. Nicholas Church is a monumental temple in the Russian-Byzantine style. It is built of brick, with massive vaults and an impressive dome. The church’s interior is adorned with frescoes, an elegant iconostasis, and ancient icons. Orthodox traditions of worship are preserved here, and religious celebrations and processions take place, making the church an important spiritual center of the region.
The church is not only an active place of worship but also a significant historical monument visited by tourists as part of tours across Belarus. Pilgrims can attend services, venerate the relics, and experience the special atmosphere of this sacred place, steeped in history.
Excursions with Church Visits
St. Nicholas Church is one of the main attractions of the Brest Fortress, so its visit is included in many tours across Belarus. As part of tours from Minsk, both tourists and pilgrims come here to learn about the history of the church, admire its architecture, and connect with Orthodox traditions.
For those who wish to book a tour with a visit to St. Nicholas Church, group and individual trips are available, including sightseeing tours of Brest and the Brest Fortress. This is a great opportunity to immerse yourself in history, see a unique architectural monument, and feel its spiritual power.
Group excursions - Church of St. Nicholas in Brest
| Date | Tour | More places | Price adult | Price child up to 18 years | ||
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| 07:00 22-February (Saturday) | Brest fortress - Belovezhskaya puscha |
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Available seats: +17 | 6'268 ₽ | 5'698 ₽ | Book |
| 07:00 01-March (Saturday) | Brest fortress - Belovezhskaya puscha |
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6'268 ₽ | 5'698 ₽ | Book | |
| 07:00 08-March (Saturday) | Brest fortress - Belovezhskaya puscha |
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Available seats: +18 | 6'268 ₽ | 5'698 ₽ | Book |
| 07:00 22-March (Saturday) | Brest fortress - Belovezhskaya puscha |
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6'268 ₽ | 5'698 ₽ | Book | |
| 07:00 29-March (Saturday) | Brest fortress - Belovezhskaya puscha |
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6'268 ₽ | 5'698 ₽ | Book |
Individual and corporate excursions - Church of St. Nicholas in Brest
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Minsk - Dudutki - Mir - Nesvizh - Brest - Belovezhskaya puscha (3 days)
- Dates on request
- Duration: 3 day
- excursions according to the program
- meeting/seeing off at the train station
- certified guide services
- transport services
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Thousand-year-old Brest and Brest fortress
- Dates on request
- Duration: 16 hours
- certified guide services
- transport services
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Brest fortress - Belovezhskaya puscha
- Dates on request
- Duration: 16 hours 30 min.
- transport services
- transfer to hotel
- certified guide services
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Belarusian vacation 4 days
- Dates on request
- Duration: 4 day
- excursions according to the program
- meeting/seeing off at the train station
- certified guide services
- transport services
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Minsk - Hatyn - Barrow of Glory - Brest - Belovezhskaya Pushcha (2 days)
- Dates on request
- Duration: 2 day
- excursions according to the program
- meeting/seeing off at the train station
- certified guide services
- transport services
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Minsk - Dudutki - Brest - Belovezhskaya Pushcha (2 days)
- Dates on request
- Duration: 2 day
- excursions according to the program
- meeting/seeing off at the train station
- certified guide services
- transport services