Kazan Cathedral, Eastern Orthodox cathedral near Red Square, Moscow, Russia
Kazan Cathedral is an Orthodox church building located in the Tverskoy District near Red Square, Moscow, constructed from brick. The structure features a square layout with a central dome, three open galleries, and a bell tower positioned at the northwest corner.
Prince Dmitry Pozharsky funded the construction of the original wooden church in 1625 to commemorate liberation from Polish-Lithuanian occupation. The present structure was completed in 1993, marking the first church reconstruction undertaken in Moscow following the Soviet period.
The cathedral functions as an active place of worship where Orthodox believers gather for services and venerate the revered copy of the Kazan Virgin icon. Pilgrims and locals alike come here to participate in ongoing religious traditions that shape the spiritual life of the community.
The building is open daily for visitors and worshippers, with extended hours during religious holidays and Orthodox celebration dates throughout the year. Dress modestly and check local information before your visit to understand current access conditions and any ceremony schedules.
The structure incorporates architectural elements from the Russian Revival movement, reflecting 19th-century national identity through its design. These distinctive features represent a deliberate return to historical Russian building traditions that set it apart from other Orthodox churches.
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