2. Tikhvin Assumption MonasteryTikhvin The Tikhvin Assumption Monastery is a Russian Orthodox monastery founded in 1560. The monastery is located in the town of Tikhvin, on the left bank of the Tikhvinka River. It hosts the icon of the Theotokos of Tikhvin, one of the most venerated Russian icons. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
4. Oreshek FortressShlisselburg Shlisselburg is a town in Kirovsky District of Leningrad Oblast, Russia, located at the head of the Neva River on Lake Ladoga, 35 kilometers east of St. Petersburg. From 1944 to 1992, it was known as Petrokrepost . Population: 13,170 ; 12,401 ; 12,589 .The fortress and the town center are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.