Novodevichy Convent is a real treasure of Moscow apart from the famous Kremlin and Red Square, with the interesting historical link with Russian imperial family in every perspectives; served as their royal chapel or even their prison, Russia government wanted to inscribe this place as an extension of Kremlin, but finally it has become the third WHS in Moscow. Originally designed as a part of Moscow fortification system, this fortress convent is fortified by red high brick wall for defensive purpose.

As the convent was supported by the monarchs, it was constructed by the best artisans making this convent to be one of the most beautiful religious complexes in the whole Russia. In my opinion the most significant building in this complex and worth to see is the main gate which built in a style called Naryshkin Baroque (Moscow Baroque), a quite unique and more elaborate of Russian Architecture which borrows some elements from central Europe. Five baroque golden domes, which look like they come from Bavaria or Austria, are very good anecdote from typical Russian onion style.

The convent is located near central Moscow and on the short distance from the Sportivnaya metro station on the red line. Beware! This convent is on the list of the must see in Moscow so prepare for a lot of tourists or be there in early morning to soak the unexplainable peaceful atmosphere inside the complex. After the convent, do not forget the cemetery, Novodevichy Cemetery is the no.1 burial place for Russian, so you can see the tombs of many famous people, the latest one is Boris Yeltsin who died two weeks before my visit.