Kobona, Leningrad Oblast Russia
Russian Orthodox
A Nicholas church was first mentioned in the early 1600s; it burned in 1765. A wooden church was brought from the village of Dubno and re-consecrated to St. Nicholas; it burned in 1816. A stone church was built on the shore of Ladoga Lake in 1821. It was somewhat rebuilt in 1861, shifting from from Baroque to Classicism. It served as a lighthouse during the 19th century when crystal balls were mounted in the cross on the belfry. The balls reflected the sun, serving as a guide for fishermen. Closed in 1936; during World War II the church was used as a temporary shelter for evacuated residents from Leningrad and later as a warehouse. The church was rebuilt in 2003 and regular services are held.