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Coordinates: 55°45′9″N 37°37′23″E. The Cathedral of Vasily the Blessed (Russian: Собо́р Васи́лия Блаже́нного, tr. Sobór Vasíliya Blazhénnogo ), commonly known as Saint Basil's Cathedral, is an Orthodox church in Red Square of Moscow, and is one of the most popular cultural symbols of Russia.
- Active
- Russian Orthodox Church
- 12 July 1561; 462 years ago
- State Historical Museum with church services since 1991
St. Basil's, interior. Northwest entry stairway. June 2, 2012. William Brumfield. St. Basil's is located on high ground above the left bank of the Moscow River and provides a visual...
- William Brumfield
Jan 17, 2022 · The interior of the chapel that we see today was done at the end of the 19th century during restoration work to celebrate the 350th anniversary of the cathedral. Some of the icons tell the...
The Intercession Cathedral ensemble (St. Basil’s) consists of a central tower surrounded by eight free-standing churches on a common terrace that was enclosed and painted in the 17th...
- William Brumfield
May 29, 2021 · Situated in the heart of Moscow’s historic Red Square, St. Basil’s Cathedral is perhaps one of the most iconic buildings in Russia. The structure exhibits an unprecedented architectural complexity and a decorative scheme drawn from various artistic traditions.
Nov 24, 2020 · The interior of St Basil’s Cathedral is arguably disappointing when compared with the building’s exterior. This is due in large part to the scale and design, which lacks a focal point. The chaos of the domes hides the fact that the interior is essentially comprised of 9 chapels.
Aug 30, 2021 · Last updated: Aug 30, 2021 • 4 min read. Learn about the history and construction of the colorful St. Basil’s Cathedral in Moscow.
