lundi 7 janvier 2013

Kolomenskoye Parc

Here are some of the main buildings in Kolomenskoye park. Don't be surprise if the park, although located in the very city centre, seems endless (it is), or if people are skiing or having a sleigh ride, this is Russia!


Gate of the Saviour

Erected in the 1670s as a servants entrance, it is of a rather modest design.
Its roof is a characteristic element of the 16th-17th century Russian architecture.






Kazan Cathedral

Built by Tsar Alexei I in 1649-1653 to commemorate the centenary of the capture of Kazan by Ivan the Terrible, it is of typical 17th century style.




Red Gate, leading to the Church of the Ascension





Bell Tower of Saint George, first half of the 16th century




The Church of the Ascension 

The entire weight of the building presses against the walls, which are 2,5 to 3 metres thick. 
Built from 1530 to 1532, this church was at its time a radical departure from the traditional Byzantine style. The Church of the Ascension is known as Russia's first stone tent-roofed church (toit en forme de chapiteau*) 












The parc, and people randomly skiing in the city centre (only in Russia!)




On the river bank




The Orchard (verger), still in the city centre!




 Sleigh ride, routine...


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