- The Cathedral of the Icon of the Virgin of Kazan, one of the great masterpieces of Russian Classicism, is among the largest places of worship in Russia.
- Built between 1770 and 1790, Kazan Cathedral was built in the Empire style and is a grand architecture symbolizing the power and wealth of the Russian Empire.
- The cathedral was named after the "miracle-making" icon of Our Lady of Kazan, which the church housed till the early 1930s.
- Kazan Cathedral is located in the center of St. Petersburg and adorns Nevsky Prospekt-one of the most visited streets of the city, being the dominant avenue.
- ‘View of the Kazan Cathedral in St. Petersburg’ was created in 1811 by Fyodor Alekseyev in Neoclassicism style.
- This is a real cathedral with the famous Kazan mother of god icon. It has an amazing silver altar. You cannot miss this cathedral.
- Also known as Cathedral of Our Lady of Kazan, this is a majestic cathedral built at the beginning of the 19th century.
- Kazan Cathedral was first built in 1612 in celebration of Moscow being recovered from Polish invaders.
- Contrary to popular belief the Kazan Cathedral is not located in the city of Kazan, but it is located one of the most beautiful places in Saint Petersburg.