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Russian Orthodox Church of Saint Mary Magdalene
Russian Revival Architecture in Hesse's Cultural Heritage
Counts toward these achievements:
Darmstadt: First Steps10 pts
Darmstadt: Explorer25 pts
Darmstadt: Insider50 pts
Designed by architect Leon Benois in 1897, the Russian Orthodox Church of Saint Mary Magdalene in Darmstadt showcases the Russian Revival architecture. Built on imported Russian soil, it stands among the Art Nouveau buildings of the Mathildenhöhe, serving as an active site for Orthodox services. The chapel reflects the style of 16th-century Russian churches.
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The chapel was built on imported Russian soil.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- October 16, 1897
- Architect
- Leon Benois
- Architectural Style
- Russian Revival
- Heritage Status
- Cultural Heritage Monument
- Denomination
- Russian Orthodox
- Opening Hours
- Mo off; Tu-Sa 11:00-15:00; Su 14:00-16:00
- Wheelchair Access
- Not accessible
- Website
- darmstadt.russian-church.de
Evidence and review
- Authorship
- Authorship unavailable
- Publication approval
- Approval provenance unavailable
- Editorial review
- Not reviewed
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