RostovArchitectural and historical monuments of Rostov the Great, one of the oldest cities of the Golden Ring, are the invaluable heritage not only of Russian, but also of world culture |
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Avraamiev-Bogoyavlensky monasteryAvraamiev-Bogoyavlensky monastery, according legend founded in 11 c. on the place of pagan temple, dedicated to Veles, is one of the first strongholds of Christian faith in Russia |
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Belfry of the Uspensky cathedralBelfry of the Uspencky Cathedral (1682-1687) is a unique musical instrument with 15 bells weighing up to 32 tons, which made Rostov chimes famous all over the world |
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Church of the Saviour-over-the-GalleriesChurch of the Savior over the Galleries (1675) is one of the main structures of Rostov Kremlin's complex. Its unique interior is decorated wirh splendid frescoes by Yaroslavl icon-painters |
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Dimitrievsky CathedralDimitrievsky Cathedral in Spaso-Yakovlevsky monastery, a fine exemple of Russian provincial classicism, was built in 1794-1801 at the expense of earl Sheremetyev |
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Enamel Crafts of Rostov FiniftRostov Finift, miniature painting in heat-resistant enamel paints on enamel, applied on copperware, is russian folk artistic handicraft existing from 17 c. |
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Rostov KremlinRostov Kremlin (Metropolitan's residence) is a historic-cultural monument of world significance. Celebrated masterpieces of architecture, mural painting and chime music |
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Spaso-Yakovlevsky MonasterySpaso-Yakoblevsky monastery on Nero Lake is the most beautiful in Rostov. Its exceptionally expressive architectural ensemble plays an important role in the city's appearance |
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Uspensky CathedralUspensky (Dormition) Cathedral, the main edifice of Rostov Kremlin's ensemble, is a monumental five-domed temple, fascinating with noble simplicity of its forms |
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Varnitsky Trinity MonasteryVarnitsky Trinity monastery is presently restored to life ancient cloister, founded in 1427 at the birth-place of Saint Sergius of Radonezh. It |
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Zachatievsky CathedralZachatievsky (originally Troitsky) Cathedral, five-domed stone temple in "uzorochye" style, was built in 1686. Its frescoes, painted in 1689, are one of the the best among Rostov murals |