Onion Dome Collection (#13)

Russia, Golden Ring, Suzdal, Kremlin walls and Cathedral of Nativity of Virgin
Russia - Golden Ring - Suzdal. The Kremlin walls (11th century) and the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Virgin (founded in 1220, UNESCO World Heritage List, 1992)

Russia, Golden Ring, Suzdal, Cathedral of Transfiguration of our Saviour
Russia - Golden Ring - Suzdal. Monastery of our Saviour and St. Euthimius (founded mid-14th century, UNESCO World Heritage List, 1992). The Cathedral of the Transfiguration of our Saviour (1590)

Russia, Golden Ring, Suzdal, Monastery of our Saviour and St. Euthimius and bell tower
Russia - Golden Ring - Suzdal. Monastery of our Saviour and St. Euthimius (founded mid-14th century, UNESCO World Heritage List, 1992)

Russia, Golden Ring, Suzdal, Monastery of our Saviour and St. Euthimius and Cathedral of Transfiguration of our Saviour
Russia - Golden Ring - Suzdal. Monastery of our Saviour and St. Euthimius (founded mid-14th century, UNESCO World Heritage List, 1992)

Russia, Golden Ring, Bogolyubovo, Church of Intercession on Nerl
Russia - Golden Ring - Bogolyubovo. Church of the Intercession on the Nerl (1165). UNESCO World Heritage List, 1992

Russia, Golden Ring, Bogolyubovo, Church of Intercession on Nerl
Russia - Golden Ring - Bogolyubovo. Church of the Intercession on the Nerl (1165, UNESCO World Heritage List, 1992)

Russia, Golden Ring, Bogolyubov, Cathedral of Nativity of Virgin
Russia - Golden Ring - Bogolyubovo. The domes of the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Virgin (1866). UNESCO World Heritage List, 1992

Russia, Golden Ring, Bogolyubov, Cathedral of Nativity of Virgin
Russia - Golden Ring - Bogolyubovo. The domes of the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Virgin (1866). UNESCO World Heritage List, 1992

Russia, Golden Ring, Bogolyubov, Cathedral of Nativity of Virgin
Russia - Golden Ring - Bogolyubovo. The Cathedral of the Nativity of the Virgin (1866, UNESCO World Heritage List, 1992)

Russia, Golden Ring, Sergiev-Posad, Statue of St. Sergius of Radonezh
Russia - Golden Ring - Sergiev-Posad. Trinity Sergius Lavra (Troitse-Sergiyeva Lavra, founded 14th century, UNESCO World Heritage List, 1993). Statue of St. Sergius of Radonezh (1321-1391)

Russia, Golden Ring, Sergiev-Posad
Russia - Golden Ring - Sergiev-Posad. Trinity Sergius Lavra (Troitse-Sergiyeva Lavra, founded in 14th century, UNESCO World Heritage List, 1993)

Russia, Yaroslavl, Historical Centre of City of Yaroslavl, Epiphany church (Tserkov Bogoyavleniya)
Russia - Yaroslavl. Historical Centre of the City of Yaroslavl (UNESCO World Heritage List, 2005). Epiphany church (Tserkov Bogoyavleniya), 1684-93

Russia, Suzdal, Monastery of our Saviour and St. Euthimius
Russia - Suzdal (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1992). Monastery of our Saviour and St. Euthimius, one of the twelve towers

Russia, Suzdal, Cathedral of Transfiguration and gabled belfry
Russia - Suzdal (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1992). Fortified citadel kremlin. Monastery of Our Savior and St. Euthymius. Cathedral of the Transfiguration and gabled belfry (16th-17th century)

Russia, Suzdal, Transfiguration Cathedral and gabled belfry
Russia - Suzdal (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1992). Monastery of our Saviour and St. Euthimius, the Transfiguration Cathedral and the bell gable (16th-17th century)

Russia, Suzdal, St. Alexanders Monastery
Russia - Suzdal (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1992). St. Alexanders Monastery (founded 1240)

Russia, Suzdal, Winter church of St. Antipius and, in the background, summer church of St. Lazarus
Russia - Suzdal (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1992). The winter church of St. Antipius (1745) and, in the background, the summer church of St. Lazarus (1667)

Russia, Suzdal, Fortified citadel kremlin, Cathedral of Nativity
Russia - Suzdal (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1992). Fortified citadel kremlin. Cathedral of the Nativity, 12th century, and domed belfry

Russia, Vladimir, Dome of cathedral of Saint Demetrius
Russia - Vladimir. The Cathedral of Saint Demetrius (1194-97). UNESCO World Heritage Site, 1992. The dome

Russia, Vladimir, Bogolyubovo, dome of church of Intercession of Holy Virgin on Nerl River
Russia - Vicinity of Vladimir - Bogolyubovo. The Church of the Intercession of the Holy Virgin on Nerl River (Tserkov Pokrova na Nerli, 1165). UNESCO World Heritage List, 1992. The dome

Russia, Sergiev-Posad, Trinity Cathedral and belltower
Russia - Sergiev-Posad. Trinity Sergius Lavra (Troitse-Sergiyeva Lavra, 14th-19th century, UNESCO World Heritage List, 1993). Trinity Cathedral (1422) and the belltower

Russia, Sergiev Posad, Moscow, Church of Holy Spirit
Russia - Sergiev Posad, Moscow area. Trinity St. Sergius Monastery, 14th-19th century (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1993). The church of Holy Spirit (1476). Detail of the dome

Russia, Saint Petersburg, Historic Centre, Church of the Resurrection of Christ along Griboedov canal
Russia - Saint Petersburg, Historic Centre (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1990). Church of the Resurrection of Christ (1883-1907, architect A. Parland) along Griboedov canal

Trading arcades in Kostroma, Golden Ring, Russia, Europe

The Kremlin of Rostov Veliky, Golden Ring, Russia, Europe

Wooden church in the Museum of Wooden Architecture, Suzdal, Golden Ring, Russia, Europe

The golden domes of the Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sergiyev Posad, Golden Ring, Russia, Europe

Cathedral of the Transfiguration of the Saviour in the Kremlin, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Suzdal, Golden Ring, Russia, Europe

Gate church of John the Baptist in the Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sergiyev Posad, Golden Ring, Russia, Europe

Nativity of the Virgin Cathedral, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Suzdal, Golden Ring, Russia, Europe

Cathedral of the Dormition, Yaroslavl, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Golden Ring, Russia, Europe

Vologda River in Vologda, Russia, Europe

Khoujir, Maloe More (Little Sea), frozen lake during winter, Olkhon island, Lake Baikal, UNESCO World Heritage Site. Irkutsk Oblast, Siberia, Russia, Eurasia

Germany, Bavaria, the beautiful town of Passau, on the river Danube. The river is lined with industrial barges, a passenger boat, with the onion domes of Dom St Stephen in the background

Russia, View of Kazan by Andrej Nicolaevic Rakovic, oil on canvas, 1846
Andrej Nicolaevic Rakovic (1815-1866). View of Kazan, 1846. Details: The market. Oil on canvas, 110.7x88.7 cm

Russia, Moscow, Red Square with Kremlin wall and Saint Basils Cathedral
Russia, 19th century. Moscow. Red Square with the Kremlin wall and Saint Basils Cathedral

Bavaria, Germany

Church and Cemetery, Urach, Black Forest, Baden Wurttemberg, Bavaria, Germany

Klosterkirche, (Abbey of St. Peter), Glottertal, Schwarzwald, Baden Wurttemberg, Germany, Europe

Snow-covered Havelsky Trh during Christmas, Havelska Street, Prague, Czech Republic, Europe

River Danube, Passau, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Orthodox church, St. Petersburg, Russia, Europe

Russia, Moscow. Carnival colors adorn St. Basils Church, a World Heritage Site, on Red Square in Moscow, Russian Republic

Russia, Moscow. The ornate spires of St. Basils Cathedral, a World Heritage Site, on Red Square rise against a brilliant summer sky, in Moscow, Russia

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Discover the enchanting beauty of onion domes in Europe, particularly in Russia. St. Basil's Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Moscow's iconic Red Square, showcases its vibrant and intricate onion domes that have become synonymous with Russian architecture. Marvel at the kaleidoscope of colors and patterns adorning these majestic structures. Another gem is The Church on the Spilled Blood, also a UNESCO World Heritage Site situated in St. Petersburg. Its onion domes rise elegantly against the city skyline, captivating visitors with their ornate details and historical significance. Venture further into St. Petersburg to witness the breathtaking Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood Domes up close. These magnificent structures pay homage to Russian history while leaving spectators awe-inspired by their grandeur. Travel back in time as you explore Sezincote in Gloucestershire, home to Baronet Rushout during the late 19th century. Here you'll find an unexpected fusion of Indian and English architectural styles featuring stunning onion dome designs. Immerse yourself in history through Vasily Vereshchagin's masterpiece depicting The Siege of Trinity Sergius Lavra in Sergiev Posad during 1891. This artwork captures not only the intensity of battle but also highlights the prominence of onion-domed buildings within Russian culture. Cross over to Germany where St. Stephens Cathedral stands proudly amidst Passau's Lower Bavaria region, showcasing its own version of mesmerizing onion domes that add charm to this picturesque town. From Saint Basil's Cathedral to Trinity Monastery of St. Sergius - Russia boasts an array of iconic landmarks adorned with these distinctive architectural elements known as onion domes that continue to captivate sightseers from around the world. Indulge your senses as you wander through historic Russian buildings alongside these remarkable structures; each one tells a story steeped in tradition and cultural heritage.