1. Church of The Holy VirginDubrovitsy The architecture of cathedrals, basilicas and abbey churches is characterised by the buildings' large scale and follows one of several branching traditions of form, function and style that all ultimately derive from the Early Christian architectural traditions established in the Constantinian period. Cathedrals, as well as many abbey churches and basilicas, have certain complex structural forms that are found less often in parish churches. They also tend to display a higher level of contemporary architectural style and the work of accomplished craftsmen, and occupy a status both ecclesiastical and social that an ordinary parish church does not have. Such a cathedral or great church is generally one of the finest buildings within its region and is a focus of local pride. Many cathedrals and... From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
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ACE Cultural Tours - Russia's Golden Ring
During our circular tour of the ‘Golden Ring’ of Russian towns we encounter monuments, churches and monasteries in the vicinity of Moscow that date both from pre-Mongol and Muscovite times. Art and architectural historian Alex Koller leads this fascinating exploration of both classic ring towns and lesser-known sites off the beaten track.
Церковь Знамения Пресвятой Богородицы расположена в усадьбе Дубровицы Подольского района Московской области. Церковь была заложена в 1690 году на месте слияния рек Пахры и Десны.
Dubrovitsy is an ancient Russian village located 20 kilometres south of Moscow. The baroque-style church of The Holy Virgin was founded in 1690.
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Москва: Петровский путевой дворец (Moscow: The Petrovsky palace)
Москва: Новоспасский монастырь (Moscow: Novospassky monastery)
Крым: Ханский дворец в Бахчисарае (Crimea: Bakhchisaray palace)