The most famous "floating" structure in Russia is the bell tower in Kalyazin, located in the Tver region. However, in the Vologda region, there is its counterpart, the Church of the Nativity of Christ in Krokhino. It majestically rises on the left bank of the Sheksna River and is the only surviving building of the former settlement of Krokhino. In its time, this settlement thrived due to navigation and trade, as well as the famous Yevdokievskaya fair, one of the largest in the region.

In 1788, the Church of the Nativity of Christ was built in Krokhino. This two-story brick building in the late baroque style became a true landmark. In 1909, it was captured by the famous photographer Prokudin-Gorsky. However, 30 years later, the church was closed, and during the expansion of the Volga-Baltic Canal, the entire settlement was flooded. The church was left as a lighthouse, with signal lights installed on its roof for ships. Nearby, the fairway was deepened, allowing large vessels to pass.

Over time, the "floating" church became a well-known attraction. In 1973, its footage appeared in Vasily Shukshin's film "Kalina Krasnaya." Unfortunately, restoration work has not been carried out here, and in 2013, during a storm on Lake Beloe, the remaining parts of the dome collapsed. The restoration of the Church of the Nativity of Christ has only been discussed in recent years. Despite this, it still stands and attracts tourists.