The five-tented Church of St John the Baptist is one of the many attractions of Kolomenskoye, a former Royal estate located in the southern part of Moscow.
Beginning from the 15th century, Kolomenskoye served as a summer country residence for the Grand Dukes of Moscow and Russian Tsars.
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The Church of St John the Baptist was built during the late period of Ivan IV the Terrible’s reign, approximately in the middle of the 16th century.
It is believed that the Church served as a prototype for St. Basil (Intercession) Cathedral on the Red Square and was constructed by the same architects.
Ivan the Terrible chose this church for his birthday feasts and holiday worships.
At present, the Church is located in a wild area and is surrounded by an ancient cemetery. - in: https://www.russiaeguide.com
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