Church of the Savior on Blood
Храм Спаса на Крови · 상트페테르부르크
cathedral in St. Petersburg, Russia
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Church of the Savior on Blood
Welcome to one of St. Petersburg's most iconic and visually arresting landmarks: the Church of the Savior on Blood. …
Listen in the app2The Griboyedov Canal: The Scene of the Tragedy
To truly appreciate this monument, one must first look at the canal bank itself. On March 1, 1881, the revolutionary group 'The People’s Will' successfully carried out a plot that had failed many times before. …
Listen in the app3The Exterior Façade: A Mosaic of Stone
The exterior of the Savior on Blood is a masterclass in late nineteenth-century Russian Revivalism. Designed by Alfred Parland and Archimandrite Ignaty, the church rejects the 'European' styles favored by Peter the Great and…
Listen in the app4The Interior: The World's Largest Mosaic Collection
Stepping inside the Church of the Savior on Blood is like walking into a massive, jewel-encrusted jewelry box. Unlike most Orthodox churches where the walls are painted with frescoes, every single square inch of this interior is…
Listen in the app5The Canopy: The Sacred Spot
The most important part of the church’s interior is located in the western section, directly under one of the smaller domes. Here, you will find a magnificent canopy, or 'Kivory,' made of precious stones including jasper,…
Listen in the app6The Iconostasis and the Altar
Looking toward the east, your eyes are drawn to the magnificent iconostasis. In the Orthodox tradition, this screen separates the congregation from the altar, where the sacrament takes place. …
Listen in the app7The Chapel-Sacristy: A Modern Addition
To the side of the main cathedral, you will find the smaller Chapel-Sacristy, which was built slightly later to house the various gifts and liturgical items belonging to the church. This space is often overlooked by visitors…
Listen in the app8Church of the Savior on Blood
As we exit the Church of the Savior on Blood and step back into the vibrant life of modern St. Petersburg, let us reflect on the duality of this place. …
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What is Church of the Savior on Blood?
Church of the Savior on Blood is a place in 상트페테르부르크 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 상트페테르부르크 |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 59.9400, 30.3286 |
| Last updated |
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