World Heritage Identification Number: 1523
World Heritage since: 2019
Category: Cultural Heritage
Transboundary Heritage: No
Endangered Heritage: No
Country: 🇷🇺 Russian Federation
Continent: Europe
UNESCO World Region: Europe and North America
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Churches of the Pskov School of Architecture: A Legacy of Russian Craftsmanship
The Churches of the Pskov School of Architecture, inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2019, stand as a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of Russia. Located in the ancient city of Pskov, nestled on the banks of the Velikaya River, this collection of ten churches and monasteries offers a glimpse into the unique architectural style that emerged during the Middle Ages.
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This group of monuments is located in the historic city of Pskov, on the banks of the Velikaya River in the northwest of Russia. Characteristics of these buildings, produced by the Pskov School of Architecture, include cubic volumes, domes, porches and belfries, with the oldest elements dating back to the 12th century. Churches and cathedrals are integrated into the natural environment through gardens, perimeter walls and fences. Inspired by the Byzantine and Novgorod traditions, the Pskov School of Architecture reached its peak in the 15th and 16th centuries, and was one of the foremost schools in the country. It informed the evolution of Russian architecture over five centuries.Encyclopedia Record: Churches of the Pskov School of Architecture
Churches of the Pskov School of Architecture is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, listed in 2019. The site comprises ten churches or monasteries and related buildings around the city of Pskov in the Russian Federation. They represent the work of the Pskov School that drew from the Byzantine and Novgorod traditions, fused them with the local vernacular tradition, and adjusted the architecture to the use of local resources. The churches date from the 12th to the early 17th century, with the peak of this style in the 15th and 16th centuries. The architects from Pskov worked on monuments in several Russian cities, including Moscow, Kazan, and Sviyazhsk. It was inscribed on the World Heritage List by the decision of the 43rd session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in July 2019.Additional Site Details
Area: 19.32 hectares
Coordinates: 57.8071944444 , 28.3285555556
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