assumption cathedral

弗拉基米尔最著名的教堂要属圣母升天大教堂，这也是俄罗斯最古老的教堂之一，建于12世纪

A great spot for tourists women must cover their heads. And must cover the top half of their legs with their coat

The peace and quiet and art. It is a classified museum and hence managed by the State. Avoid Sunday mornings

Dating back to 1165, this is a truly unusual church. I am glad we had an informed guide she explained the history and all the special things to see.

Very beautiful cathedral. Real Lublev paintings are remained on the ceiling. Coffins of Nevski and Vogalyupski are inside. Behind the cathedral, there is a big park with Bladimir and saint Fedor statue. In front, there is the Lublev statue showing sketch something. And on opposite side there is the Lenin statue. People say Lublev is drawing Lenin. During daytime you should pay to enter. But early morning time before 8 for mass you need not pay. Old grandmas are sitting near entrance, give them at a glance and make your pocket some little bit lighter.

The Assumption Cathedral has five golden domes was dedicated to the holy icon Theotokos of Vladimir after which the city takes its name. Vladimir is considered the father of Russian orthodoxy. The exterior walls of the church are covered with elaborate carvings. The cathedral was built in 12th century and painted by Rublev and Chyorny in 15th century. A lofty bell-tower was added added later. It is part of the World Heritage Site entitled White Monuments of Vladimir and Suzdal. The inside frescoes and icons are a mixture of the old and the restored and are most impressive although some of the colours have faded in parts. Not to be missed town and its churches.

Our Russian hosts insisted on taking us here, letting us know that a number of works by Rublev are still visible on the walls of the church. Andrei Rublev's iconic art is considered by some to be the ideal of Church painting and Orthodox iconography, showing peaceful and calm characters. We were not sorry, the place was absolutely beautiful, the iconostasis is amazing, in addition to all the art decorating the walls. The church feels very "alive", other than many of the museum churches in Moscow which feel like museums, not churches. It was nice to have our hosts explain to us what we were looking at, this might be a good place to come with a guide if you like to know what is what! As mentioned before, the cathedral is placed beautifully, with a view to the valley below. Do not miss!

One of Vladimir most impressing attractions. Great paintings, icons and ancient holy vessels to see, church service. Russian orthodox.

The cathedral is a must in Vladimir . Not only is its age significant but the iconostasis is massive and impressive. The iconostasis is different from others we have viewed in Russia . Make sure you go during visiting hours. They are only open to tourists from 1-4pm (or something like that.)

This church is simply mesmerising. There are pieces of religious art almost 900 years old and still in good condition. The atmosphere in it is just the most breath-taking I've ever experienced inside of a church. There is also a good choice of crosses to buy. The placement of it is truly beautiful too – it stands somewhat above the rest of the centre, but way above what is south of the city. The surroundings are beautiful too. A must visit!

The original church was built of white stone in the Grand Duke Andrei Bogolyubsky in 1158-1160 years. Already in 1161, the cathedral was painted. prominent white-stone architecture of pre-Mongol Russia. Metropolitan Vladimir's Orthodox Church diocese, as the State Museum. Historically, before the rise of Moscow, was the principal (the cathedral) churches of Vladimir-Suzdal, it married to the great reign of Vladimir and Moscow princes. Russian architecture of the XII century, which served as a model for a number of later churches, including the Cathedral of the Assumption of Aristotle Fioravanti. One of the few temples, which preserved the unique frescoes by Andrei Rublev.In 1992, the Cathedral of the Assumption has been included in the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites. This cathedral - the most beautiful and interesting place in Vladimir, and possibly the best in Russia! Cathedral stands on a high hill, a large area on which you can walk around and near the park. In the cathedral to pray this very well, but unfortunately the oldest part of the cathedral is open in the morning from 8-10 am. Around the beautiful views of the city of Vladimir. Visit very necessary!

We walked aroundit on a very sunny day in Vladimir

The main place of interest in Vladimir with very beautiful views around the cathedral. But inside awaits a slight disappointment - it is very dark and it's hard to observe the old wall paintings.

Built in white stone around years 1157-1160 by the prince Andrei Bogolyubsky. The cathedral contains some valuable paintings and frescoes by Andrei Rublov and Daniil Chorny, e.g. The Last Judgement. There was a mess when we came in at about 7-8 PM. The cathedral was full of prayers. Women have to cover their heads and knees - scarves can be borrowed at the entrance. Outside the church, a group of beggars was a bit pushing.

A beautiful cathedral lit up at night. A must see day or night.