Jane’s travelogue

Entrance to the Bogolyubsky Monastery

Entrance to the Bogolyubsky Monastery

The oddly modern gateway to the Bogolyubsky Monastery, which dates from the 13th century.

Detail of the Church of the Intercession on the Nerl

Detail of the Church of the Intercession on the Nerl

Detail of the exquisite white stone carvings on the exterior of the church.

Detail of the Church of the Intercession on the Nerl

Detail of the Church of the Intercession on the Nerl

Detail of the exquisite white stone carvings on the exterior of the church.

Church of the Intercession on the Nerl

Church of the Intercession on the Nerl

This church was constructed just south of Bogolyubovo in 1165. Take the path south from the monastery and across the railroad tracks to reach this beautiful church. On warm summer days, this is a great place for picnics and swimming!

Church of the Intercession on the Nerl

Church of the Intercession on the Nerl

This church was constructed just south of Bogolyubovo in 1165. Take the path south from the monastery and across the railroad tracks to reach this beautiful church. On warm summer days, this is a great place for picnics and swimming!

Church of the Intercession on the Nerl

Church of the Intercession on the Nerl

This church was constructed just south of Bogolyubovo in 1165. Take the path south from the monastery and across the railroad tracks to reach this beautiful church. On warm summer days, this is a great place for picnics and swimming!

Traditional Russian Home

Traditional Russian Home

This type of house was common prior to the days of the Soviet Union. Many traditional homes are still located in Bogolyubovo.

Mangudang Park

Mangudang Park

This pedestrian bridge over the highway leads to another section of the park.

General Kwak Jae-Woo

General Kwak Jae-Woo

Located in Daegu's Mangudang Park, this statue commemorates General Kwak, who led Korean forces to a defeat of the Japanese in 1592.

General Kwak Jae-Woo

General Kwak Jae-Woo

Located in Daegu's Mangudang Park, this statue commemorates General Kwak, who led Korean forces to a defeat of the Japanese in 1592.