Kazan Cathedral

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by Konstantin Papushin

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Kazan Cathedral in Moscow, Russia, is a striking example of Russian Orthodox architecture, located on the northeast corner of Red Square. Originally constructed in 1636, it was built to commemorate the liberation of Moscow from Polish invaders in 1612. The cathedral, dedicated to Our Lady of Kazan, features vibrant red and white facades and traditional onion domes. Despite being demolished in 1936 during the Soviet era, it was meticulously reconstructed in the 1990s, restoring its historical and cultural significance.

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