SAINT-SOPHIA CATHEDRAL (СОБОР СОБОР)
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One of the most famous cathedrals of Ukraine under the patronage of UNESCO. It derives its name from the Byzantine basilica of Sainte-Sophie in Istanbul (today a museum after being transformed into mosques by the Ottomans). Founded in 1037 by Prince Yaroslav Mudriy and remaniée on several occasions, it is a superb testimony to Baroque art. Scientists consider it a perfect model of the synthesis of the arts that reflects the glory and grandeur of Kiev Rus. It was erected in the th century by Prince Yaroslav the Wise, and for a long time was the centre of the religious, political, cultural and social life of ancient Rus. It was the crowning place of princes and reception of foreign ambassadors. The first library created in Eastern Europe took place in the Cathedral. The Sarcophage sarcophagus is exposed in the temple on the left side. It has become an essential figure in the history of the city and even of Russia. He was a great diplomat and his daughter Anna became Queen of France around 1050. Byzantine mosaics of the th century are preserved partially, but what remains and absolutely exceptional. There are 177 different colour tones. The central apse is dominated by the mosaic of the Virgin praying, which is said to protect Kiev. The museum and the main tower can also be visited. From the top of the tower (76 m) opens a 360-degree panorama on Kiev. In front of the church is a statue of Bohdan Khmelnytsky.
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