Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul on Gorodyanka
Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul on Gorodyanka, 12th-century Orthodox church in Smolensk, Russia
The Church of Saints Peter and Paul features a rare twelve-sided dome structure with narrow windows and ancient architectural elements from pre-Mongol period.
Built in 1146 under Prince Rostislav Mstislavich, the church served as a княжеский court chapel before becoming a parish church by the end of the 12th century.
During the Polish occupation from 1611 to 1654, the church transformed into a Catholic temple with Archbishop Lev Krevza-Rzewuski establishing his residence nearby.
The church underwent extensive restoration work in 1962-1963, returning it to its original architectural form under the direction of architect Pyotr Baranovsky.
The structure contains ancient burial recesses called arcosoliums beneath its choir loft, specifically designed for members of the princely family.
Location: Smolensk
Inception: 1146
Founders: Rostislav I of Kiev
Architectural style: Αρχιτεκτονική του προμογγολικού Σμολένσκ
Website: http://smol-stt-app.cerkov.ru
Website: http://smol-stt-app.cerkov.ru
GPS coordinates: 54.79624,32.03820
Latest update: May 25, 2025 04:09
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