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Christian And Byzantine Landmarks
The Lateran Palace
Date of construction not mentioned
The Lateran Palace, also known as the Palazzo del Laterano, is an ancient palace in Rome. It was the main residence of the popes for about a thousand years until the papal residence moved to the Vatican. Located next to the Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran, it now houses the Vatican Historical Museum and the offices of the Vicariate of Rome. The palace and basilica became extraterritorial properties of the Holy See after the Lateran Treaty of 1929.
Church of S. Apollinare Nuovo
500 AD
The Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo is a basilica church located in Ravenna, Italy. It was originally built as the palace chapel of the Ostrogothic king Theodoric the Great in the 6th century. Initially an Arian church dedicated to "Christ the Redeemer," it was later reconsecrated in 561 AD as "Sanctus Martinus in Coelo Aureo" and dedicated to Saint Martin of Tours. The church underwent various renovations and modernizations over the centuries, including the blackening of mosaics by Pope Gregory the Great and reconstruction of the apse after World War I.
Old St. Peter's Basilica
Martyrian
360 AD
Old St. Peter's Basilica was a building that stood from the 4th to 16th centuries on the site where the new St. Peter's Basilica now stands in Vatican City. It was constructed during the reign of Emperor Constantine I over the Circus of Nero, a historical site. The term "old St. Peter's Basilica" has been used to differentiate it from the current basilica built in its place.
Baptistries
Baptisery Of Neon
>450AD
The Baptistery of Neon, located in Ravenna, Italy, is an ancient Roman religious building. It was constructed on the site of a Roman bath and is considered the oldest remaining monument in the city. The octagonal brick structure was initially built by Bishop Ursus during the late Western Roman Empire, and it was completed by Bishop Neon at the end of the 5th century. The baptistery is also known as the Orthodox Baptistery to differentiate it from the Arian Baptistery commissioned by King Theodoric later on. Mosaic decorations were added to the baptistery during its completion
Constantia's mausoleum
Mausolea
340AD
The Mausoleum of St. Constantia, built in 340 AD, is the only well-preserved monument from Emperor Constantine's time in Rome. It was part of a complex that included the ruins of a basilica dedicated to St. Agnes. Originally meant to house Constantia's remains, the mausoleum now holds a replica of her sarcophagus. It later served as a baptistery and was eventually converted into a church. The mausoleum features a circular design with a central dome and an ambulatory adorned with ancient mosaics depicting geometric patterns and Christological allegories.
Hagia Sophia
537 AD
Hagia Sophia, meaning 'Holy Wisdom,' is a mosque and prominent cultural and historical landmark in Istanbul, Turkey. It was the final church building to be constructed on the site by the Eastern Roman Empire, completed in 537 AD. Originally an Orthodox church, it became a mosque after the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople in 1453. It was later converted into a museum and, as of 2020, has been converted back into a mosque. It also briefly served as a Roman Catholic cathedral during the Fourth Crusade in 1204
Sergius and Bacchus
little hagia sophia
536 CE
The Little Hagia Sophia Mosque, formerly a Byzantine church, now serves as a mosque in Istanbul. Built by Justinian I in 536 CE, it was originally called "The Church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus." Along with Hagia Sophia, it is one of the remarkable architectural accomplishments of Justinian the Builder.
St Marco
1063 AD
St. Mark's Basilica, the cathedral church of the Patriarchate of Venice, is a historic and prestigious site in Saint Mark's Square. Its construction began in 1063, combining Byzantine, Romanesque, Islamic, and Gothic influences. The basilica's interior is adorned with magnificent gold-ground mosaics spanning eight centuries, featuring saints, prophets, and biblical scenes. The basilica is known for its precious stones, marbles, and art treasures, including the iconic bronze horses from Constantinople
Russian Orthodox Church
1448
The Russian Orthodox Church (ROC) is an autocephalous Eastern Orthodox Christian church with 194 dioceses in Russia. It is led by the Patriarch of Moscow and all Rus'. The ROC traces its Christianization back to 988 and claims jurisdiction over Eastern Orthodox Christians in the former Soviet Union, except Georgia. It is distinct from the Russian Orthodox Church Outside of Russia (ROCOR), which was reconciled with the ROC in 2007.
Dormition Cathedral
The first masonry church
1326
The Cathedral of the Dormition, also called the Assumption Cathedral, is a Russian Orthodox church located in the Moscow Kremlin. Built in 1326 and rebuilt in the late 15th century, it is considered the mother church of Muscovite Russia. The cathedral served as the venue for Russian coronations and is the burial place of Moscow Metropolitans and Patriarchs. It is also part of the Moscow Kremlin Museums.
St. Sophia
KYIV UKRAINE , 1037
Saint Sophia Cathedral in Kyiv, Ukraine, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a prominent architectural monument of Kievan Rus'. It is part of the National Sanctuary "Sophia of Kyiv" and serves as a museum. The cathedral, along with its supporting structures, is a cherished symbol of the city.
The Church of the Raising of Lazarus
oldest surviving wooden church
1300
The Church of the Resurrection of Lazarus is the oldest surviving wooden church, built in the late 14th century as part of the Muromsky Monastery. It now stands in the Kizhi State Open-Air Museum, showcasing the craftsmanship of northern Russian carpenters.
Church of transfiguration at kizhi
1714 , Russia
The Church of the Transfiguration is a remarkable wooden church within the pogost. Built in 1714, it replaced a previous church destroyed by lightning. Standing at 37 meters tall with 22 domes, it is one of Northern Europe's tallest wooden structures. The church's construction follows traditional Russian carpentry techniques, with no nails used except for the domes and roof shingles. The iconostasis contains 102 icons, spanning different periods and styles. The church is supported by a stone base and features aspen-covered domes.
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Source: "The Capitoline Museums" by Mario Torelli (translated by James Emmons), published by Electa (2001)
Church of the Transfiguration
Russia , 1374
The Church of the Transfiguration of the Savior is a former Russian Orthodox church located on Ilyina Street in Veliky Novgorod. Built in 1374, it features remarkable frescoes created by Theophanes the Greek in 1378. Notable frescoes that have survived include the Christ Pantocrator in the dome, various saints near the south entrance, and The Old Testament Trinity in the western vestry. The church now serves as a museum, under the Novgorod State Museum-Preserve.
The Temple Of Mars Ultor
1555-1561
The Cathedral of Vasily the Blessed, commonly known as Saint Basil's Cathedral, is an iconic Orthodox church in Moscow's Red Square. Built from 1555 to 1561 by order of Ivan the Terrible, it commemorates the capture of Kazan and Astrakhan. With its distinctive architecture featuring nine domes shaped like a rising bonfire, it stands as a symbol of Russian culture. Originally known as Trinity Church, it later became popularly referred to as the "Jerusalem" due to its symbolic significance. The cathedral, now a museum, is part of the Moscow Kremlin and Red Square UNESCO World Heritage Site. While it was secularized during the Soviet era, Orthodox Christian services have been restored since 1997
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Basil%27s_Cathedral
