Cathedral of Christ the Saviour

The iconic Cathedral of Christ the Saviour in Moskva, Russia, is situated on the bank of the Moskva River and is considered one of the biggest churches in the world. It was built from 1839 to 1883 after the original cathedral was destroyed in 1931 to make room for a public swimming pool. The 50,000 square meter cathedral has a neoclassical style and its walls are covered in traditional mosaics. Inside the cathedral, visitors will find numerous gorgeous artifacts and many works of art, as well as two major icons – the Deisis and the Resurrection of Christ. Many tourists visit this grand church to attend concerts and theatrical performances. Photography here is allowed and visitors are encouraged to visit the upper levels to experience a breathtaking view.