The Necropolis of the Novodevichy Convent was initiated in the 16th century and developed in the following centuries as a burial place for the nobility and honourable citizens. From 1898 a new ...

Hvorostovsky will be buried at the Novodevichy cemetery, the final resting place of the most outstanding art professionals, cultural personalities, scientists, politicians, and military people ...

"During a funeral banquet, held after the burial at the Novodevichy cemetery, I was informed about the nomination, and announced it to everyone, including Dima’s parents. And this was very ...