Russian Orthodox Memorial Church
Russian Orthodox Memorial Church, Eastern Orthodox church building in Reudnitz-Thonberg, Leipzig, Germany
The Russian Orthodox Memorial Church rises 65 meters high, featuring a tent-shaped roof and gilded onion dome above Leipzig's Friedenspark.
Construction of this memorial church concluded in 1913 to honor 130,000 Russian soldiers who fought against Napoleon during the 1813 Battle of Nations.
The church maintains regular services for its congregation of 300 members from multiple nationalities, extending the Orthodox faith traditions in Leipzig.
Located at Philipp-Rosenthal-Strasse 51a in Leipzig, the church opens from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM in summer and 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM in winter.
The structure incorporates Russian Revival architecture with brick walls measuring one meter thick, reflecting techniques from Moscow's Church of the Ascension.
Location: Reudnitz-Thonberg
Location: Leipzig
Architectural style: Russian Revival architecture
Height: 65 m
Made from material: brick
Website: http://russische-kirche-l.de
GPS coordinates: 51.32417,12.39694
Latest update: May 12, 2025 03:51
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