Church of the Epiphany

Church of the Epiphany The temple was built in memory of the miraculous rescue of Crown Prince Nicholas (the future Tsar Nicholas II). April 29, 1891 while driving through the city of Otsu successor in Japan, he was wounded in the head sword Japanese fanatic. Architect – Vasily Antonovich jambs. April 29, 1899 consecration of the high altar of the church. The temple is an example of the so-called “Pseudo” style. The large central dome has an onion shape and put on a high drum, surrounded by a belt of windows and corbel arches, on the dome – embossed patterns. Two small head – tent. The facades are decorated with ornamental patterns with tiled inserts, the entrance is decorated arched portal. Above the entrance – bunk belfry with pointed arches belfries. Location Church on Gutuevsky island in the Neva delta.

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