Kazan Cathedral Colonnade
by Elena Nosyreva
Title
Kazan Cathedral Colonnade
Artist
Elena Nosyreva
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
The Kazan Cathedral (St. Petersburg, Russia) was built between 1801 and 1811. It was designed by Andrey Voronikhin. This Orthodox Cathedral is one of the most important historical and architectural sites of St. Petersburg, and its stunningly beautiful exterior and uniquely detailed interior make it a worthwhile visit for any traveler.
Emperor Paul I wanted the Kazan Cathedral to resemble St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome. The grandeur of the cathedral is symbolic of the greatness of St. Petersburg at this time as the capital city and the home of great emperors, architects and artists.
The Cathedral’s stunning façade - made up of 96 columns in a wide semicircle opening onto a stately garden - is actually the rear of the Cathedral, because the altar of an Orthodox church has to face east.
(c) All copyrights reserved by Elena Nosyreva.
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October 6th, 2015
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