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Novodevichy Convent

Cultural World Heritage property in Russia and Soviet Union, inscribed in 2004 under criteria (i), (iv), (vi).

Novodevichy Convent, Russia
Photo: Ivtorov · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
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States Parties
RussiaSoviet Union
Year of inscription
2004
Criteria
iivvi
Area of property
5.2 ha
Location
Khamovniki District
What it is
eastern orthodox monastery, architectural landmark
Founded or built
1524
Official website
novodev.msk.ru/
Reference
WHC 1097 · Wikidata Q270725

Why it is on the List

(i)A masterpiece of human creative genius.(iv)An outstanding example of a building type, ensemble or landscape that illustrates a significant stage in human history.(vi)Directly linked to events, living traditions, ideas, beliefs or artistic and literary works of outstanding universal significance.
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