Moscow·Architecture·19th–20th centuries
Cathedral of Christ the Saviour
The domed silhouette on Volkhonka and views from the Patriarshy Bridge.
The story of this place
The first cathedral, designed by Konstantin Thon, was consecrated in 1883.
After its demolition an outdoor swimming pool occupied the site; the present cathedral was rebuilt in the 1990s.
Look a little closer
- The domed silhouette on Volkhonka and views from the Patriarshy Bridge.
Find your way
55.744592, 37.605614The pin marks the place. Check its website for the precise entrance and access route.
Sources and verification
Sources reviewed: 8 November 2026. Before travelling, check opening hours, tickets and access on the official website.
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