Church of St. Paraskevi

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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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