Golden Gate

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1. 1Golden Gate1:56

   Welcome to the Golden Gate of Vladimir, a structure that is absolutely unique in the world of medieval architecture. Built in 1158 by Prince Andrei Bogolyubsky, this was the main ceremonial entrance to the city at a time when…

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2. 2The Archway and the Gilded Legend1:48

   Standing directly beneath the massive arch of the Golden Gate, you can truly feel the scale of medieval ambition. The archway is nearly fourteen meters high, designed to allow a prince on horseback with his full retinue and…

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3. 3The Defensive Walls and the Mongol Siege1:35

   To the sides of the Golden Gate, you can still see the remains of the massive earth ramparts that once surrounded the city. In the twelfth century, these were topped by wooden walls and additional towers, making Vladimir one of…

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4. 4The Church of the Deposition of the Robe1:29

   Perched atop the military tower is the small Church of the Deposition of the Virgin’s Robe. This is perhaps the most unique aspect of the Golden Gate—the literal crowning of a defensive structure with a house of God. …

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5. 5The Military History Museum Inside1:38

   Entering the interior of the Golden Gate, you ascend a narrow staircase into the Military History Museum. The museum occupies the vaulted chambers that once housed the gate’s garrison and the upper church. …

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6. 6The Barbicans and the 18th Century Additions1:36

   When you look at the Golden Gate from a distance, you will notice four round, white towers at the corners of the main structure. These are not original to the twelfth century; they were added during a major renovation in the late…

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7. 7Golden Gate1:31

   As we conclude our exploration of the Golden Gate, take a moment to consider its place in the grand sweep of Russian history. It is the only building of its kind to survive from the pre-Mongol era, a lonely witness to the glory…

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