The Transfiguration Cathedral (Pereslavl-Zalessky)

The Transfiguration Cathedral of Pereslavl-Zalessky is one of the oldest stone temples of Russia, built in the middle of the XII century. It is considered the earliest example of architecture of the Vladimir-Suzdal school of architecture, built on the traditional Byzantine model of that time - it has a majestic appearance and powerful beauty.

This temple is a significant historical sights of Pereslavl-Zalessky, which conveyed to contemporaries the spirit and unwavering faith of our ancestors in the divine power. The Transfiguration Cathedral was intended not only as a temple for believers, but also served as a tomb for specific princely persons. Here lies the ashes of Prince Dmitry Alexandrovich - the son of Alexander Nevsky. The grandson of the great commander is also buried in the cathedral.

You can get to Pereslavl-Zalessky from Moscow or Yaroslavl by car or bus on the Yaroslavl highway. The temple is located in the center, on Red Square.