Church of Our Lady icon Shestokovskaya
Church of Our Lady icon Shestokovskaya, Eastern Orthodox church on Starorusskaya Street, Saint Petersburg, Russia.
Description
The Church of Our Lady icon Shestokovskaya is an Eastern Orthodox church on Starorusskaya Street built in Russian Revival architectural style. Five onion domes topped with cupolas rise above the stone structure, while a four-tiered bell tower stands as a prominent vertical element.
History
Construction took place between 1895 and 1900 under architect Nikolay Nikitich Nikonov. The building received architectural modifications in 1904 conducted by A.Ya. Puring.
Culture
The interior displays religious icons and sacred imagery arranged in the traditional Orthodox manner on a gilded iconostasis. These artworks reflect the spiritual values that visitors encounter during their time inside.
Practical
The building hosts regular religious services for the Orthodox community throughout the week. Visitors should wear appropriate clothing when entering and plan their visit around service times to explore the interior properly.
Did you know?
The building received legal protection status as a regional cultural heritage site through Saint Petersburg law in 1999. This formal recognition reflects its significance as an architectural landmark in the city's history.
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