Pokrovsky Cathedral. The temple of Basil Blessed on Red Square. Yukhimenko E.M.

This publication for the first time gives a wide reader the opportunity to get acquainted in detail with the history, external and internal appearance of the world -famous monument of Russian architecture - the Pokrovsky Cathedral (Church of Vasily Blessed). The study that has entered the book covers the stages of building this amazing structure in the center of Moscow, the connection of the Pokrovsky Council with important events of domestic history, and also talks about its role in the church life of Moscow in the 16th - early 20th centuries. The album part, including more than 300 modern photographs, gives a vivid and complete idea of ​​the cathedral as a whole, its architectural originality, numerous temples - chapels, unique paintings, works of icon painting and decorative and applied art.

Those who are interested in the history of Russia are waiting for a fascinating picturesque journey through the monument, which is in sight and at the same time - almost unknown. Carefully considering the album, the reader will be able to understand and feel the beauty that delights people for four and a half centuries.