Russian architecture

The style of Russian architecture

Russian architecture has a unique and special style, Russian buildings are masterpieces. Many people visit Russia in order to see these buildings and appreciate the talent of Russian architects. Russia has many beautiful and unique buildings that reflect different styles of architecture. Some of the oldest buildings are in Moscow, Russia’s capital. St. Petersburg, in the north, is home to more modern Russian treasures, built by Peter the Great and later czars. The Soviet government also built impressive buildings throughout the country.  

A part of Russian culture

Russian architecture follows a tradition whose roots were established in the Eastern state of Kievan Rus’. The history of Russian architecture continued in the principalities of Vladimir-Suzdal and Novgorod, the succeeding   states of Tsardom of Russia, the Russian Empire, the Soviet Union, and the modern Russian Federation. Architecture is part of Russian culture. Russian people consider their buildings as art works. People can find different styles of Russian architecture. These styles were influenced by the different stages of Russian history. Each style has some unique details that help people recognize the name of that style.

The architectural stages of Russia

Russian architecture remains a mystery to most outsiders, even as the country itself has opened up to the world. If you know just a little evolution of Russian fine and applied arts, and about the political movements that often drove them, you will make your trip less overwhelming and more eye-opening.  The Russian architecture had the following stages:

• Medieval Rus’ (998-1230).
• Early Muscovite period (1250-1525).
• Middle Muscovite period (1525-1612).
• Late Muscovite period (1612-1712).
• Imperial Russia (1712-1917).
• Post Revolution (1917-1932).
• Post-war Soviet Union (1932-1970)
• Modern Russia (1970-Present)

People can find many buildings with the styles that marked these historical stages. It is important to learn about Russian architecture because Russian people are proud of their buildings. Most cultural books about Russia have a complete section of Russian architecture.  Many books to learn Russian include an article on Russian architecture. You can already notice how important this topic is for Russian people. 

If you want to live in Russia and get a job in Russia or study there, you will have to learn Russian, Russian history and Russian architecture. These topics will open many doors for you.