Golden Door to Sanctuary Photo

Photographer’s Note

Tzar's Gate, or Royal Door - special door in Orthodox churches before the sanctuary. In humble village's churches it's humble, in great cathedrals it's richly decorated - but all in all it's one of the most decorated and sacred parts of the temple, being open only at certain ceremonies and by the highest clergy.
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Behold the Royal Doors of Trinity Cathedral in Hypatian Monastery in Kostroma. Here's a Baroc decor, made in XVIII century. On six medallions are: Four Evangelists, upper right - Theotokos and upper left - Gabriel.
It's one of the richest decorated Royal Doors that I ever saw, it's all made of gilted carved wood.

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smartcat (835) 2008-06-27 2:57

Как красиво!
Я, видимо, это пропустил.

lousat (14934) 2008-06-27 13:45

Hi Uhu,a littles reflections from the flash,but the details are beautifulls,thanks for share this beauty,have a nice weekend,Luciano

batalay (20680) 2008-06-27 14:53

Hello Vlad,

The simple but elegant composition makes this a truly opulent spectacle, with brilliant colors and high resolution. The informative note complements the very good Trekearth package.

Warm regards,

Bulent

MLINES (10840) 2008-06-28 0:38

Hi Uhu, A rare sight to glimpse inside one of the wonderful Russian buildings you show us so well. Good lighting without reflection which can occur in this sort of situation. TFS. Murray.

fritzi007 (2369) 2008-09-17 13:15

Hallo Uhu!
Bin beeindruckt von dieser Pracht des goldenen Tores und deiner Fotographie!
Viele Grüsse Wolfgang