World Heritage Identification Number: 633
World Heritage since: 1992
Category: Cultural Heritage
WHE Type: Buildings & Architectural Ensembles
Transboundary Heritage: No
Endangered Heritage: No
Country: 🇷🇺 Russian Federation
Continent: Europe
UNESCO World Region: Europe and North America
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The White Monuments of Vladimir and Suzdal: A Glimpse into Medieval Russia's Architectural Legacy
The White Monuments of Vladimir and Suzdal, located in the Vladimir Oblast of Central Russia, stand as a testament to the rich architectural history of the region. Inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1992, this collection of eight medieval limestone structures spans the late 12th and early 13th centuries. This serial property includes Russian Orthodox churches, a monastery, a castle, and a gate, each a masterpiece of its time.
More to come…UNESCO Description of the World Heritage Site
These two artistic centres in central Russia hold an important place in the country's architectural history. There are a number of magnificent 12th- and 13th-century public and religious buildings, above all the masterpieces of the Collegiate Church of St Demetrios and the Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin.
Encyclopedia Record: White Monuments of Vladimir and Suzdal
The White Monuments of Vladimir and Suzdal in Vladimir Oblast, Russia, have been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The patrimony embraces eight medieval limestone monuments of Zalesye from the late 12th and early 13th centuries. They include Russian Orthodox churches and a monastery, as well as a castle and gate. It is a serial property, which means it is made up of multiple monuments.Additional Site Details
Area: Not available
(ii) — Significant interchange of human values
(iv) — Outstanding example of a type of building or landscape
Coordinates: 56.15 , 40.41666667
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