Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra caves opened to the public

The Near caves of the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra. Photo: lavra.ua

On March 22, 2023, the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra resumed the work of the Near and Far Caves of the monastery, reports the press service of the UOC.

The entrance to the caves will be open daily until March 29, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

According to Archimandrite Damian, the caves were opened for visitors after the commission of the Ministry of Culture completed the inspection of the saints’ relics and the arks in which they rest.

"The commission has completed its work. There were representatives of the monastery at each object – the inspection took place in a calm working environment, without manipulation. <...>. Until 16:00, the caves will be open today," said the keeper of the caves.

As reported, the authorities of Ukraine have closed access to the caves with the relics of the Kyiv Caves saints.

Read also

"Please die, human": AI gives unexpected response to user

The Gemini neural network politely asked a user to die, claiming humanity is a burden and waste of time and resources.

Trump intends to eliminate government support for gender ideology

The U.S. President plans to issue an executive order that would halt gender programs in all federal agencies, banning the promotion of gender transition.

In Zhytomyr region, SBU issues suspicion to UOC clergyman over sermons

According to the investigation, the priest allegedly called on people to remain silent in response to the slogan “Glory to Ukraine!”

Another sacrilege of OCU raiders in Cherkasy Cathedral of UOC shown online

Torn out and trampled crosses – this is how representatives of the OCU abused priestly vestments.

UOC parishes in Bila Tserkva defend their right to land under churches

Believers of the Bila Tserkva Eparchy are suing the city council for the right to use the land under their churches.

U.S. politician criticizing UOC persecution to head Trump’s Department

Vivek Ramaswamy and Elon Musk will lead the U.S. Department of Government Efficiency.