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Sunday, 8 February 2015

Saints Peter & Paul Cathedral

The cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul is a Russian Orthodox church in Kazan city.  Built in 1772, survived the socialit times.
The church is very beutifully constructed with lots of colorful elements.
the belltower
at the entrance door
the interior

The interior is vastly decorated with goldenplates. The whole altar is decorated with icons of different saints and a painting of angels on the ceiling. The floor is made of cast iron. 
It's  a pretty sturdy church. It is one of Kazan's most visited places. 
Underground is a small chapel. If you want to pray and not get disturbed by tourists, there is a place for you. It's quite hidden, more quiet and solemn.

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17 comments:

  1. Sandi8 February 2015 at 05:16

    It is so beautiful. For people so dedicated to faith that they built this, how did their society eventually change to the place where their descendants disregarded it? I'm sure many books have been written about the subject! ;-) But I still see things like this and just think wow.

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  2. Gosia8 February 2015 at 05:22

    It is typical that Russian churches are rich decorated. In my opinion the church looks great..

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  3. The Furry Gnome8 February 2015 at 05:44

    That looks like an incredible church! So great that it has survived undamaged.

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  4. Elizabeth Edwards8 February 2015 at 06:02

    so decorative. i love it!! so cool! ( :

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  5. Linda W.8 February 2015 at 08:29

    That is a very lovely church! I like all the bright colors.

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  6. eileeninmd8 February 2015 at 08:34

    Wow, a gorgeous church.. The bell tower reminds me of a wedding cake, so many layers.. And the decorations inside are lovely.. Thanks for sharing this beautiful church! Have a happy week ahead!

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  7. TexWisGirl8 February 2015 at 09:52

    wow, that is awesome!

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  8. Tamago8 February 2015 at 09:54

    Wow, what a beautiful church! Interior is so gorgeous! It's nice there is underground chapel for those who want quiet place to pray.

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  9. Emma Springfield8 February 2015 at 11:22

    Oh my goodness! That is a gorgeous building both inside and out. How do you dare to leave? I am sure I could just stand in one spot and stare for hours.

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  10. Mari8 February 2015 at 13:04

    It's a beautiful place!

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  11. Connie8 February 2015 at 13:25

    Wow, it is so beautiful! I love all the details. It's really ornate.

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  12. ellen b.8 February 2015 at 14:26

    Hi Mari! What a beauty this is. So glad you were able to share it with us!

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  13. Debbie8 February 2015 at 20:08

    WoW....what an impressive structure. Pretty colors and such a gorgeous blue sky!!

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  14. Jaśmin 9 February 2015 at 05:16

    Very interesing monastyr...:)

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  15. EG CameraGirl9 February 2015 at 07:59

    Very ornate! I wonder how it has survived! There must be some fascinating history there! ;))

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  16. Sallie (FullTime-Life)9 February 2015 at 09:02

    Oh how lovely! I am learning so much here at your place on the Internet! Thank you for sharing.

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  17. Tom9 February 2015 at 10:10

    What a lovely collection of images you have this week. Tom The Backroads Traveller

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