Church of St. Paraskevi

Церковь Параскевы Пятницы на Торгу
church in Veliky Novgorod
#15 in Veliky Novgorod / #202 in Russia
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by Andrey Gaverdovsky
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The Church of St. Paraskevi in Veliky Novgorod, Russia, is a notable example of medieval Russian architecture. Constructed in the 13th century, this Orthodox church is dedicated to St. Paraskevi, who is revered as a martyr in the Eastern Orthodox tradition. The structure features a distinctive design with a single dome and a cross-shaped layout, typical of the period's ecclesiastical buildings. The church's architecture reflects the transition from the Romanesque style to early Russian styles, incorporating elements such as rounded arches and decorative brickwork.


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