Russian Orthodox Church of the Resurrection, Montevideo

Храм Воскресения Христова в Монтевидео

UruguayМонтевидео (Гоэс)1926Public buildings

The only Russian Orthodox church in the capital of Uruguay. In 1922 Archpriest Konstantin Izraztsov came to Montevideo; the first services were held in the priest's house. The foundation stone of the church was laid in September 1926; in 1934 the Russian Orthodox Community in Uruguay obtained legal status. Construction stalled in the 1930s, resumed after the Second World War and was completed within five years.

Единственный русский православный храм в столице Уругвая. В 1922 году в Монтевидео приехал протоиерей Константин Изразцов; первые службы шли в доме священника. В сентябре 1926 года заложен первый камень храма; в 1934 году Русская православная община в Уругвае получила статус юридического лица. В 1930-е годы строительство остановилось, после Второй мировой войны его возобновили и завершили за пять лет.

Property abroad

EraChurch

FunctionChurch

Present ownerRussian Orthodox Community in Uruguay

Acquisitionbuilt

StatusIn use

As of2023-11

According to Russia Beyond (2 November 2023), the church at Ramón del Valle 2761 is active and remains the only Russian Orthodox church in Montevideo.