As you know, in the late 19th century the most widespread improved version of the "Russian" style, numerous supporters who tried to imitate the architectural features of the 17th century. This time was seen as the best period of existence of Russian art genius, as well as the formation of the Moscow architecture. One of the most popular and unique monuments of this period was the Church of the Transfiguration.

Construction work on the temple began in the summer of 27 August 1889 and continued until 1893. The necessary funds were tanned a rich industrialist M. N. Hareline. The consecration of the Church took place on 24 August 1893. The project of the Church was engaged in a talented architect from Moscow – Kaminsky Alexander Stepanovich.

In the matter of architectural design of the temple is worth noting that the facades of the main scope was completed with innovative features, and in the corners was located steepled towers. Wedding of the temple is made with the help of the octagon with five spires, located on faceted drums. Especially lush look cornices and architraves, and bunk kokoshniks and some other architectural components, embodying such a well-dressed appearance of the temple. From the West adjoins the Church belfry, which were originally posted on 12 bells. The temple can be accessed through multiple inputs allocated tented porches.

The greatest number of details were borrowed from the characteristics of architecture of the late 17th century. Near the main entrance to the temple is a brick two-storey house parable. In the Church are two of the iconostasis: one – three-tier set in the heart of the temple, the other with a bunk, made according to the sketches of Alexander Stepanovich. Intended for icons of the iconostasis were painted by the artist from Moscow I. now two. In addition to the temple were transferred some old and especially revered icons from home personal chapel of Hareline. In the Church – a lot of wall painting, which was executed by the artist I. V. Belousov.

When the project is developed the Transfiguration Cathedral, it was designed for seven hundred people living in the village Rilia. After the erection of the temple, the village was called Transfiguration and became part of the city of Ivanovo with 1917.

Since 1931, the Cathedral was used by several Orthodox communities professing the revisionist and traditional destinations that have moved in Transfiguration Church from the closed Church of the intercession. Soon after the assumption Church moved several communities. This Church is constantly led to numerous skirmishes.

19 may 1940, according to the decision of the Executive Committee, internal Church decoration was destroyed. Two years later, parishioners filed a petition to renew the work of the Church and the formation of new communities. 17 November 1944 worship in the Church of the Transfiguration were again resumed. At this time occurred the creation of Ivanovo-Shuya diocese, followed by the creation of the Ivanovo-Kineshma diocese. After that, the Church became the Cathedral.

The consecration of the side chapels was made in honor of the Kazan icon of the mother of God and St. Nicholas. Inherent in the interior wall paintings were restored in the period of the great Patriotic war. The Cathedral iconostasis was made of gilded in Baroque style.

Today in Transfiguration Cathedral Sunday school, which hosts free classes designed for children 6-10 years. Classes are held in the religious education center, which was formed together with the Orthodox Church Archpriest of Sisterhood social. The main purpose of this centre is to assist hospital patients, the elderly, and the elderly. It is worth noting that the spiritual and educational work is carried out in all the orphanages in the city of Ivanovo. In addition, educational activities are conducted in many institutes and hospitals.