Pros: Incredible site. Outside is gorgeous. Near other good sites. Walking distance to red square and center Moscow. Cons: Inside no photos. Rebuilt/Replica. Summary: Definitely one of the standard 'must see" sites in Moscow. I recommend you read about it's history before going for full appreciation.

A replica, well done but a replica, nothing more. The iconography and decor are obviously new, so have none of the charm and dignity the original probably had.

In 2012, the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour was the site of the Pussy Riot performance "Punk Prayer - Mother of God, Chase Putin Away". The performance gained worldwide attention after three of the girls who participated, Nadezhda Tolokonnikova, Maria Alyokhina and Yekaterina Samutsevich, were arrested and accused of hooliganism motivated by religious hatred. Two of them, Nadezhda and Maria,... More

I rated this high, because before entering take advantage of the view points on the pedestrian bridge right across from the cathedral. Wonderful views of Moscow and the church. The cathedral has been rebuild after Stalin blew it up. Amazing what has been achieved. Has Avery new feeling inside, As mentioned no photos will be allowed. You camera might have... More

Yeah, it is newly built which for me is a marvel in itself regarding turbulent history of the church and what used to be here. It is really impressive and large, yet beautifully decorated. Everything is clean and pretty. If you're a female visitor, make sure to have skirt of at least knee length, they sometimes do not let tourists... More

Wow. Really one of the most stunning places in the world to see. Should be seen at night and also at day! Worth two trips. You do not need to stay long, you just have to experience the moment! There is a very nice viewing deck on top of the cathedral. It gives you a prisitine view of Moscow and... More

This cathedral was recently rebuilt from scratch to look like it has been there for hundreds of years. It looks very impressive from the outside, but is spectacular inside. The only downside is that you can't take photos inside. Great photos of the church can be taken from the bridge that leads to it (day and night). Definitely worth a... More

Find time to visit this Cathedral - it won't be spent for nothing!!! Very impressive!!! It's aiways full of people during religious feasts!

Beautiful Church from the outside and inside, however as other people said the history of the church is the best part. I was lucky enough to have a private tour, but I met others who simply toured the church using a guidebook.