Saint Michael Church

A blue church from 1910 in central Osh; in the USSR, a club and concert hall.

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Building exterior

The building can be seen from outside; what is inside is described below.

1877The first church
A temporary church was built of mud brick and adobe; it still stands.
1879Belfry
An altar was added, along with a belfry with eight bells.
1904–1910A new church
The present church was built to a standard regimental-church design.
1910Consecration
The church was consecrated on 2 November in honour of the Archangel Michael.
USSRWorkshop, club, concert hall
The church was closed: in the war, uniforms were sewn here; later it housed a club, a house of culture and a concert hall.
1992Return
The building was returned to the parish; in 1995 the church was consecrated again.
2026Bell tower
The bell tower was rebuilt and topped with a dome and cross.

How the place looks at different times of year.

Spring
March–May

In late March the trees by the church are still bare, so the walls are easy to see.

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Check the service schedule and visiting hours at the church.

Clothing. Wear clothes that cover you; women usually cover their heads.
Services. Don’t disturb worshippers; ask at the church about taking photos inside.

112 single emergency number

You can call 112 with a local SIM or without one.

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