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Church of Our Savior on Spilled Blood

2b Naberezhnaya Kanala Gribboyedova, St. Petersburg, Russia
812/315-1636
4.5 of 5 stars 294 Reviews
Type: Architectural Buildings, Historic Sites, Religious Sites
Fee: Yes
Traveler Description: "The Church of Our Savior on Spilled Blood" (known locally as Spas na Kravi) is a beautiful gold-draped onion-domed church on the Griboedova Canal... more »
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Ridgefield, Connecticut
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43 reviews 43 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

Not a church really. More of a location of historical significance. Beautiful architecture and mosaics. Souvenir stalls across the street, too! More

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Aurora, Colorado
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

Although the church is fairly new the architecture design was modeled after a much earlier period. Inside the church every wall is covered in amazing mosaics. We visited late afternoon and it was very busy. More

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Maryland
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

Beautiful inside, worth seeing. Also visit market across the street. More

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san francisco
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW
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This church is not only beautiful outside - it is amazing inside. Floor to ceiling mosaics. A definitely don't-miss in St. Petersburg. Great little restaurants around the church -and also many souvenir stands selling at fairly good prices. More

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Aberdeen, United Kingdom
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

most beautiful building i have ever seen all turrets and gold on outside and the inside is made up of millions of mosiac pictures words connot describe a must see for anyone More

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Nakskov, Denmark
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

The church may look colorful from the outside (and remind you of the Vasilij cathedral in Moscow). But wait until you step inside and face the mosaics covering all the walls and vaults inside. It is amazingly beautiful and definitely very different from most other churches. Some churchgoers might find the colors a bit too extravagant. More

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Atlanta, Georgia
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51 reviews 51 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
73 helpful votes 73 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

I have been to St Mark's and have seen so many churches temples and mosques, but this place is the mother of all. Simply awesome, the best thing I saw in St Petersburg, I can not write enough about this church... More

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Michigan
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

The combination of "art deco" flowers murals and traditional icons is not to be missed. The location, right on the canal, is breathtaking. If you are unfamiliar with Russian history and art, take a guided tour. More

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welwyn garden city
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

Beautiful and amazing . Watch out for pickpockets. Busy More

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Bangkok, Thailand
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

A sacred place and one of the landmarks for St. Petersburg. More

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