White Monuments of Vladimir and Suzdal
| UNESCO World Heritage Site | |
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| Location | Vladimir Oblast, Russia |
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| Criteria | Cultural: (i), (ii), (iv) |
| Reference | 633 |
| Inscription | 1992 (16th Session) |
| Coordinates | 56°09′N 40°25′E / 56.150°N 40.417°E |
Location of White Monuments of Vladimir and Suzdal in European Russia White Monuments of Vladimir and Suzdal (Russia) | |
The White Monuments of Vladimir and Suzdal in Vladimir Oblast, Russia,[1] have been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.[2][3] The patrimony embraces eight medieval limestone monuments of Zalesye from the late 12th and early 13th centuries.[2] They include Russian Orthodox churches and a monastery,[1] as well as a castle and gate. It is a serial property, which means it is made up of multiple monuments.[2]
Gallery
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The Church of Boris and Gleb in Kideksha (1152, with later modifications)
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The Suzdal Kremlin with the Cathedral of the Nativity (1222-25, built into the 16th century)
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The Monastery of Saint Euthymius in Suzdal (mostly 16th century)
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The Assumption Cathedral in Vladimir (1158-60, 1185-89)
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The Church of the Intercession on the Nerl in Bogolyubovo (1165)
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The Golden Gate in Vladimir (1158-64, with later modifications)
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The Cathedral of Saint Demetrius in Vladimir (1194-97)
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The castle of Andrew the Pious in Bogolyubovo (1158-65, with later modifications)
References
- ^ a b "Museum - Conservation, Education, Preservation | Britannica". www.britannica.com. 2024-10-25. Retrieved 2024-11-05.
- ^ a b c Centre, UNESCO World Heritage. "White Monuments of Vladimir and Suzdal". UNESCO World Heritage Centre. Retrieved 2024-11-05.
- ^ "10 countries with the most UNESCO Heritage Sites: What is India's rank?". News9live. 2024-08-27. Retrieved 2024-11-05.