Preobrazhensky Cathedral in Ovruch

Ovruch is one of the oldest cities located in the Northern Ukraine.it was founded in early IX century on the bank of Noryn river. First written evidence about Ovruch dates back to the IX century, when it was mentioned in the Tale of Bygone Years as Grad Vruchy. Ruins of a fortress from the X century with defensive moats and ramparts have survived in the city. Local history specialists claim that local hospital is located in the place where Royal prison used to be, and modern Ovruch park stands on the former cemetery.

The white stone Preobrazhensky cathedral in Ovruch was built instead of a Jesuit’s church of XVII century that changed to Uniat in the XIX century and was destroyed by Soviet authorities. The enormous Preobrazhensky cathedral was built according to a new architectural site that was used all over the churches built in the XX century. The reconstruction was completed in 1993.

Preobrazhensky cathedral is famous for having relics of Wonderworker Macary from Kanev that are stored in an icon. Members of parish of the cathedral tell stories about miraculous healings that the icon is able to perform.

You also can’t miss the beautiful surroundings of Preobrazhensky cathedral, which stands among the dense woodland. Clear air, tranquility and remoteness from the troubles of a big city lets tourists fully enjoy the majestic cathedral that was constructed not long ago.

Getting to the cathedral proves relatively easy, even though it is located in a distance from the center of Ovruch.

Address of Preobrazhensky cathedral: Zhitomir region, Ovruch, Sobornaya street, 18.