Mirozhsky

Mirozhsky refers to a geographical area or a person associated with the Mirozh River, which flows through Pskov Oblast in Russia. The term is most commonly associated with the Mirozhsky Monastery, a significant medieval monastic complex located on the banks of the Mirozh River in Pskov. This monastery is renowned for its well-preserved 12th-century frescoes, particularly those in the Transfiguration Cathedral. The art found within the Mirozhsky Monastery is considered a prime example of Old Russian painting and offers valuable insights into the religious and artistic practices of the period. The monastery itself played a notable role in the history of Pskov as a spiritual and cultural center. The name Mirozhsky can also be used adjectivally to describe things related to this monastery or the river, such as Mirozhsky bread or the Mirozhsky tradition, if such specific terms have gained currency.