Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral

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Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral in Saint Petersburg, Russia, is a significant historical and architectural landmark. Situated within the Peter and Paul Fortress, the cathedral was constructed between 1712 and 1733 under the orders of Peter the Great. It is renowned for its striking baroque design, featuring a tall, slender golden spire topped with an angel holding a cross. The cathedral serves as the final resting place for many Russian emperors and empresses, including Peter the Great and Catherine the Great. Its interior is richly decorated with intricate iconostasis and elaborate frescoes, reflecting the grandeur of the Russian Orthodox tradition.

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