Popularly known as the Church of the Savior on the Spilled Blood, the Church of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ was designed by architect Alfred Parland on the lines of the 16th and 17th century Churches of Russia.
The prominent religious organization of Saint Petersburg, the Church of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ came to be known by this name, as Alexander II was severely injured on the 1st of March in 1881 in an attempt to murder.
Historical and Religious Monument of Saint Petersburg
The Church of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ was built to mark the assassination of Alexander II by the People’s Will, which was a terrorist group of Russia. The construction of the huge structure started in the year of 1883.
The Church does not held any religious rituals of baptism, marriage ceremonies and funeral services. Religious sermons and readings of religious texts
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however form a part of the daily rituals of the Church.
Attractions of the Church of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ
The Church houses a beautiful shrine on the exact place where Alexander II was severely injured. The Shrine is supported by four long columns, which are engraved with fine pictures and designs. The tourists are enthralled at the architecture of the beautiful shrine of the church.
The walls and ceilings of the church are highly decorated with colorful mosaic icons. The mosaic icons reflect a beautiful amalgamation of contemporary and ancient paintings. The painting of the Mother of God with Child and the Savior portray the rich artistic creativity of the local craftsmen who designed the interior of the church.
The Church of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ speaks volumes about the rich religious history of Saint Petersburg.
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