Kizhi Pogost

Local nameКижский погост
LocationRepublic of Karelia, Russia

Kizhi Pogost is a historical site dating from the 17th century on Kizhi island. The island is located on Lake Onega in the Republic of Karelia, Russia. The pogost is the area inside a fence which includes two large wooden churches and a bell-tower. The pogost is famous for its beauty and longevity, despite being built exclusively of wood. In 1990, it was included in the UNESCO list of World Heritage sites and in 1993 listed as a Russian Cultural Heritage site.

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More information and contact

Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kizhi_Pogost

Official Website http://kizhi.karelia.ru/index_en.html

Address Russia

Coordinates 62°4'3.057" N 35°13'24.913" E

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