Simeon Stylites church in Brest

The Simeon Stylites church displays Russian Revival architecture with its brick construction, featuring characteristic onion-shaped domes and ornate exterior decorations inspired by Byzantine styles.

Architect V. Polikarpov designed this religious building during a period when Russian architectural influences strongly shaped the development of Orthodox churches in Belarus.

The church represents a fusion of architectural elements from Russian Orthodox traditions and local Belarusian religious heritage, reflecting regional design preferences of the era.

Located in central Brest, the cathedral maintains regular religious services and remains an active place of worship for the Eastern Orthodox community.

The structure earned recognition as a cultural heritage site of Belarus, demonstrating the preservation of nineteenth-century religious architecture in the region.

Location: Brest

Architects: V. Polikarpov

Architectural style: Russian Revival architecture

Made from material: brick

Website: http://soborbrest.by

GPS coordinates: 52.08528,23.69000

Latest update: March 4, 2025 14:28