The Church of Saint Dmitry of Solun
Object The Church of Saint Dmitry of Solun
Dating 1709.
Type A monument of architecture.
Status a cultural heritage site of federal importance.
Address 1 Pervaya St., Dymkovo Sloboda, V. Ustyug, Russia.
A brief description

The church of Saint Dmitry of Solun is the main temple of the parish at Dymkovo. According to the legend, the first wooden churches at Dymkovo were built in memory of Ustiug people participating in the battle of Kulikovo. The stone temple of Saint Dmitry of Solun was built in the early days of entry into the local architecture of the Baroque style, which is reflected in its architecture. This temple is a peculiar to Veliky Ustiug sample of a pillarless five-domed church. It is also one of the first examples of the use of octagonal drums in the local construction practices. It stands out for its elegant brick decor and well-preserved interior decoration.

Condition satisfactory.
Contemporary use the church is used by the Veliky Ustiug State Museum-Reserve.
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