ST Nicolas Russian cathedral
This sumptuous Russian Orthodox cathedral
was built under the last Tsar Nicolas II
between 1903 and 1912 in Nice on
the French Riviera.
It was inaugurated on December 1912 and
is considerated one of the most magnificent
Russian Orthodox Cathedrals outside Russia.
This church has six onion domes and is built
on the form of a Greek cross.
The exterior is richly decorated in mosaîc.
The interior contains superb treasures of icons.
Russian began arriving in Nice in 1850 .
There is still a large Russian population here.
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rodsfotos
This is a beautiful and highly detailed image of this most attractive Russian church Daffo, I like how you concentrated on the ornate roof elements in the composition, the colours and details are wonderful, very well done,
Regards, Rod.
daffodil replied
Thank you for your great comment Rod.
I’m happy you enjoy this part of the church.
it is a superb religious monument .
Amitiés Daffo
Marjorie Wallace
Oh yes!! This is just magnificent!
daffodil replied
thank you for your lovely comment Marjorie !
GCAPARO
Lovely image
daffodil replied
Thank you GCAPARO !
I appreciate your compliment.
kentuckyblueman
Awesome picture and beautiful colors!
daffodil replied
Thanks a lot for all your beautiful compliments dear friend !
I’m glad you enjoy this picture.
TomBaumker
Beautiful capture and composition. Thanks for sharing. Some real craftsmanship. Hugs Tom
daffodil replied
Many Thanks Tom ! I’m happy you enjoy this picture .
It is a wonderful cathedral .
Karen Scrimes
Congratulations! Your image has been featured in the PostCard Style group :))
daffodil replied
Thank you very much Karen for this good new !
I’m thrilled to see my image ST Nicolas Russian cathedral has been featured in the Postcard Style Group.
Best regards daffodil
Susanne Correa
Fantastic!
daffodil replied
Thanks a lot for your compliment greatly appreciated !
Scott d'Almeida
fabulous wow;
daffodil replied
Thank you very much Scott !
I’m touched by your kindness.
Tama Blough
wonderful – congrats on your feature!
daffodil replied
Many thanks Tama for your compliment and congratulations !
kalaryder
Fabulous !
Congratulations on your feature
daffodil replied
Thank you Kalaryder for your wonderful comment
and your congratulations, I’m very touched by your kindness :-)
Elizabeth Bravo
What a Beautiful shot!! Congratulations on being FEATURED!!
daffodil replied
Thank you Elisabeth for your kind words and for your congrats !