Cathedral of Christ the Saviour

The Cathedral of Christ the Saviour in Moscow is Russia's largest and most iconic Orthodox Christian church. Originally built in the 19th century, it was destroyed in 1931 during Soviet times but reconstructed in the 1990s, reopening in 2000. The cathedral serves as a major religious, cultural, and historic symbol, reflecting Russia's Christian heritage and national identity. Its grand architecture features a massive dome and intricate interior artwork, and it functions as a place of worship, national ceremonies, and patriotic events. The cathedral's reconstruction symbolizes resilience and the revival of Russia's religious traditions.