Church of SS.Cosmas and Damian (Pskov)

Russia / Pskov / Pskov / ulitsa Leona Pozemskogo, 7
 church, UNESCO World Heritage Site, listed building / architectural heritage, Russian Orthodox Church, 15th century construction

Built in 1462; in 1507, the church was destroyed by an explosion of gunpowder which was kept in its cellar, and re-built anew on the personal money of the Psov Prince and the Posadnik (Governor, mayor). The massive bell-wall was added - its lower part was used as a storehouse.
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Coordinates:   57°49'23"N   28°20'1"E
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