Recognized as the mother church of Russia through the 13th century. It is part of a World Heritage Site, the White Monuments of Vladimir and Suzdal. Beautiful impressive architecture with a medieval feel. Interior was well and intricately renovated

Cathedral of The Holiest Assumption of Virgin Mary the Mother of God was built in 1158-1189, this huge belfry was added only in 1810. Chapel of Saint George had been built between belfry and cathedral in 1862. Cathedral still preserves frescoes painted by Andrey Rublev (1360-1428) in 1408. This cathedral was burnt by Mongols of Batu Khan (? - 1255) in February 1238. It also had been looted by Tartars of Edigu Khan (1352-1419) in 1408. You can see that in the Andrei Tarkovsky's movie "Andrei Rublev. When city was captured in 1238, Grand Duchess Agatha Vsevolodovna with daughters and Bishop Mitrophan locked themselves in cathedral. Mongols lit cathedral up and all who were inside suffocated. To visit cathedral you need to buy a ticket, price is funny to mention. Bad thing is that visitors are not allowed to take non commercial photo even without flash light.

Seeing this beautiful 12th century cathedral is definitely worth a day trip from Moscow. The detailed carvings and engravings on the building's exterior immediately lend a sense of ancientness. It simply feels medieval. The interior is filled floor to ceiling with lavish paintings of Biblical scenes and icons. Artists may draw inspiration from the frescoes lining doorways and arches. The semi-floral patterns are like nothing I have seen before.

The landmark of Vladimir beautiful white church.

Most splendid and magnificent Church one can find in Vladimir. The spiritual depth and the cultural glory of Vladimir is enshrined here in this beautiful Church. Rubilov the great artist of Russia had taken time and patience to paint the classical Christian paintings. On the frescoes one can also see the hell where fire, worm and all other forms of alienation and suffering are inflicted upon. Deeply impressive paintings of saints like Saint Seraphim and the great icons of Blessed Mother Mary are exhibited here. Saints and powerful kings of Vladimir region are also interned here in this Cathedral.

An iconic cathedral overlooking the Klasma river. As it is with most cathedrals in this area, the construction is beautiful yet nothing too garish. There's also a nice park nearby for relaxation along with great views of the countryside.

An Example of architectural wonder ❤️

Amazing Place and beautiful architecture ! Ancient church built in Vladimir era..

Dormition Cathedral in Vladimir (Собор Успения Пресвятой Богородицы) is an Orthodox temple in 12th century Vladimiru in Russia. It was the main temple of the Principality of Vladimir and Suzdal, and there were also crowned Vladimir and some Moscow princes. It has become a model for a number of later temples, such as the Temple of the Most Holy Theotokos in the Moscow Kremlin.

There is a picturesque view uspensky cathedral In summer you can walk around the cathedral and can have a lovely view of the river Klasma.