Important notice:
Before traveling to Russia, install a VPN to access apps like Instagram, YouTube, Telegram and WhatsApp. However, please note that our website may not load properly when a VPN is active — disable it while browsing our site. We also recommend downloading offline maps, as mobile internet can be unreliable outside major cities.
The Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius is a unique monastery complex and the spiritual center of Russian Orthodox Christianity. The Monastery was founded in 1345 by St. Sergius of Radonezh.