The village of Maikor, located on the shores of the Inven Bay, is distinguished by its silence and tranquility. Walking through its streets, one cannot help but notice the ancient bell tower of the church, which, unfortunately, is in a deplorable state.

The locals call this bell tower "Kamenka," symbolizing its strength and resilience. However, the dome has not survived, as it was removed along with the bells by the order of the "reds." The church was built in the Russian-Byzantine style, which was unusual for the early 20th century. Old photographs from the Civil War era show how unique the tented style of this church is. The stone "kokoshniks," brick patterns, and spires with crosses gave it a special beauty. One of the photographs captures the laying of the church in 1911, attended by people of various classes, from peasants to merchants and clergy. The church's design was developed in Leipzig, and there are no similar structures left in Europe.

Unfortunately, the church was never completed due to the 1917 revolution. The changed attitude of the state towards the church led to the new church not only being unfinished but also destroyed: the bells were removed, the dome was demolished, and attempts were made to dismantle the brickwork, but they could not succeed, as egg yolk was added to the construction mix, making the masonry more durable.

Legends circulate in Maikor about several secret passages beneath the church, the exact number of which is unknown. These hidden corridors served not only for worship but also as defensive structures. One passage led to the priest's house but was filled in, and the house was demolished. Another exited to the surface fifty meters from the church walls but was blocked due to danger for the school students. On the church grounds, there is a cemetery where notable residents, merchants, and priests were buried. In 1937, a school was opened in the church building, and children ran through the passages in the bell tower. After several accidents, these passages were removed.

In 2012, the Church of the Epiphany turned 205 years old. Services still take place in the wooden building, which was deemed dilapidated 100 years ago. This is why the construction of a new brick church began, which, even in its partially ruined state, remains a beautiful architectural monument. Old photographs in the local museum show how majestic the church was with its intact spire and lattice windows. Today, the church walls are covered with moss, birch trees grow over the porch, and everything inside is scribbled on. The floor is strewn with shards of bottles and garbage, and the yard has turned into a dump. However, one hopes that someday the Epiphany Church will be restored and delight the residents with its beauty and interior decor, bringing blessing and faith to the souls of the parishioners.