Cathedral of Saint Demetrius, Eastern Orthodox cathedral in Vladimir, Russia
The Cathedral of Saint Demetrius stands as a white limestone structure with three horizontal tiers of decoration and a central dome on a drum.
Prince Vsevolod III commissioned this cathedral between 1193 and 1197, connecting it directly to his palace for personal religious ceremonies.
The exterior walls display 566 carved stone reliefs depicting Christian subjects, mythological creatures, and natural elements across three architectural levels.
Visitors can explore the cathedral museum from Monday to Sunday, with extended hours until 5 PM on weekends and shorter hours until 4 PM on Mondays.
The stone carvings include representations of King David on all three facades, along with images of Alexander the Great and Prince Vsevolod III.
Location: Vladimir
Inception: 1194
Founders: Vsevolod III the Big Nest
Architectural style: Russian architecture
Part of: White Monuments of Vladimir and Suzdal
Website: http://sobor33.ru
GPS coordinates: 56.12873,40.41161
Latest update: May 11, 2025 16:08
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