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Vladimir, Russia 2015 Gallery

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Vladimir is about 3 hours northeast of Moscow. In 1169 it became the capital of Rus after moving from Kiev until the Mongol invasion in 1238. The population is 140,000 and the city boasts 3 UNESCO sits; The Golden Gate, The Assumption Cathedral, and St. Demetrius Cathedral.
The Golden Gates were built in 1164 and modeled after the Golden Gates built in Kiev. The gates were made of heavy oak that was covered in gilded copper. There is a mound overlooking the gates that is what remains of the wall. Originally it was about 12 meters high. During the tour we were only able to see the gates from across the street.
The Museum of Crystal, Lacquer, and Embroidery is next to the Golden Gates in what was the Trinity Church, an “Old Believer’s” church. The museum includes examples of local made material. The Crystal is from “Gus Krustalny” or glass goose, which was produced nearby since 1756. The goose is a symbol of the town. There are many beautiful examples of their work housed here. Upstairs includes some locally made lacquer boxes as well as embroidery/lace. The area was known for the flax production and products. Downstairs is a gift shop with many unique items.
The Assumption Cathedral is a beautiful 12th century cathedral. It was the largest cathedral in Russia at the time it was built. This is where the crowned princes of Vladimir were crowned and married. The frescos were painted by Andrei Rublev. A statue of Andrei Rublev is in front by the square. From the Cathedral you can follow a flower lined path to a statue of St. Vladimir and an area that overlooks the valley. Go to the other side and you can walk 150 meters to St. Demetrius Cathedral.
St. Demetrius Cathedral was built in the late 11th century. It functions today as a museum. Most of the frescos inside are gone. The carvings on the outside of the walls are fascinating. Continue in back for another view of the valley. In front is a short walk through woods leading to a park and playground that includes horse drawn carriages.
The Golden Gates
The Golden Gates
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Traffic circles around the gate,
Traffic circles around the gate,
The remains of the old wall lead to the gates.
The remains of the old wall lead to the gates.
The Trinity Church is next to the Golden Gates
The Trinity Church is next to the Golden Gates
The Trinity Church, now a museum of Crystal, lacquer, and lace
The Trinity Church, now a museum of Crystal, lacquer, and lace
A look up at the dome
A look up at the dome
Balcony at the back of the church
Balcony at the back of the church
Stained glass windows light up.
Stained glass windows light up.
Close up of an embroidered lady
Close up of an embroidered lady
Example of a lacquer box
Example of a lacquer box
Crystal examples
Crystal examples
Crystal examples
Crystal examples
Crystal examples
Crystal examples
A crystal statue in the altar.
A crystal statue in the altar.
Close up of the crystal statue
Close up of the crystal statue
Acadamy of Dramatic Arts Theater
Acadamy of Dramatic Arts Theater
Reflection of the Trinity Church in the windows
Reflection of the Trinity Church in the windows
A couple embraces in the plaza
A couple embraces in the plaza
McDonald's restaurant in Vladimir
McDonald's restaurant in Vladimir
The square in front of the Assumption Cathedral
The square in front of the Assumption Cathedral
Across the street
Across the street
A statue of Andrei Rublev.
A statue of Andrei Rublev.
The Assumption Cathedral
The Assumption Cathedral
The Assumption Cathedral
The Assumption Cathedral
The Assumption Cathedral
The Assumption Cathedral
The Assumption Cathedral
The Assumption Cathedral
The Assumption Cathedral
The Assumption Cathedral
View of the bell tower
View of the bell tower
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Inside Assumption Cathedral
Inside Assumption Cathedral
Another view inside Assumption Cathedral
Another view inside Assumption Cathedral
St. Demetrius Cathedral
St. Demetrius Cathedral
Detail of the carvings.
Detail of the carvings.
Straight on view of St. Demetrius Cathedral.
Straight on view of St. Demetrius Cathedral.
View with foreground
View with foreground
View from flower bed
View from flower bed
View from the northeast.
View from the northeast.
12th century fresco on ceiling
12th century fresco on ceiling
Remaining fresco onthe wall
Remaining fresco onthe wall
Detail of carving on an archway
Detail of carving on an archway
A view to the top of the dome
A view to the top of the dome
The altar.
The altar.
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Decsription of carvings.
Decsription of carvings.
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St. Demetrius from the east.
St. Demetrius from the east.
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View into the park.
View into the park.
Horse waiting for a paying passenger.
Horse waiting for a paying passenger.
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