Храм Преображения Господня, Orthodox church in Kursk, Russia
The Transfiguration Church stands on Preobrazhenskaya Square with its white walls, golden domes, and traditional Russian Orthodox architectural features.
Construction of the Transfiguration Church began in 1745 and concluded in 1754, marking a period of religious expansion in the Kursk region.
The interior decoration includes traditional Russian Orthodox iconography and decorative elements that reflect regional artistic traditions of the 18th century.
The church remains active for religious services, including baptisms and weddings, with regular visiting hours for tourists throughout the week.
The church survived multiple restoration phases and maintained its original architectural elements despite the widespread destruction of religious buildings during Soviet times.
Location: Kursk
GPS coordinates: 51.72331,36.18383
Latest update: March 10, 2025 21:03
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