St. Isaac's Is the Largest Russian Orthodox Church in World
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St. Isaac's is also the third largest church in the world, after St. Peter's in Rome and St. Paul's in London. The gilded dome is a landmark that can be seen all over the city. The outside is quite sober looking, with dark columns on each side. The bronze doors reminded me of the doors at the Duomo in Florence. Inside there are paintings and mosaics everywhere.
From journal Cruise to the Baltic States and St. Petersburg
Best of IgoUgoSt. Isaac’s Cathedral and The Admiralty Gardens
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We took a walk through the very neat Admiralty Gardens. At lunchtime, the park was exceptionally quiet although there was proof that someone had been hard at work as numerous, small leaf piles had been arranged along the walkways as flowerbeds were readied for spring. We lamented the fact that we’d arrived too early to see the gardens at their best. In April the grass was grayish brown and the parks looked dusty and lifeless.We watched a group of navy cadets jog by, passing in front of The Admiralty. The building was constructed in 1823 as the administrative headquarters of the Russian Navy and has served as a naval college since 1923.A short walk from the gardens led us to St. Isaac’s Cathedral, one of Russia’s largest Orthodox...
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From journal St. Petersburg in all its Faded Glory
St. Issac's Cathedral
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Its immaculate view is absolutely gorgeous. It separates two emperors of the Russian Empire, Peter the Great and Nicolai I. There are two statues. Both men are sitting on horses. One pursues another.
From journal St Petersburg
Best of IgoUgoSt Isaac's Cathedral
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This is really a must. The cathedral has this appearance of greatness about it that is just remarkable. The construction of the cathedral took 20 years and its architect Montferrand died right after it was built as if just hanging on to see his child in all its glory. There is a small exhibit inside the cathedral about the history of its construction. As all the orthodox churches it has the golden cupola. During the World War II it was covered with fabric to prevent the Nazi planes from bombing the cathedral. Yet if you walk along the columns you can see bullets stuck in the red granite. This is just a small reminder of the war that was now over 50 years ago.
The inside of the cathdral is really grandious. The ceiling was...
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From journal Travels to Russia - St Petersburg
Best of IgoUgoSt. Issac's Cathedral
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This magnificent Cathedral sits on St. Isaac's square and can be seen from a far. It was built in 1818-1858 to honor Peter the Great's patron saint. It was once one of the main churches in Russia. It is currently a museum with services held only on important events. The Cathedral's facade has a huge gold-leaf dome, sculptures and granite columns. The inside of the Cathedral is stunning. The columns are decorated with lapis and malachite. The many icons and columns make this a very visually pleasing place.
From journal Sites of St. Petersburg, Russia
Best of IgoUgoSt. Issac's Cathedral
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This is a grand building. Built in the early 19th century, it dominates this part of the city. It looks to me a little like St. Paul's in London - it has a similar dome on top of the large classical pillars.
This isn't a cheap place to get into - it costs about £5, a bit less for students. This church is not fully religious yet - most of the back bit is a museum, and this is the bit you have to pay to enter. The exhibits are mostly of St. Peterburg, and the building of the place, and some religious items connected with the cathedral. There are some clunky walkmans with an audio guide to the cathedral, and you get them on entry to the museum.
The entrance-end of the building is used for religious purposes. There is no seating, and...
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From journal Looking to Europe