Elias Church, Kiev

In the unique historic district of Kiev - hem - focused a lot of interesting sights, one of them is the Church of Elijah. Many historians are inclined to believe that it was the first Orthodox church in Kiev. They say also that the temple was built more Askold and Dir.

The modern church was built in 1692 on the site of its predecessor. According to the plan is a typical Ukrainian tripartite temple with faceted Babintsev, nave and altar. Due to the lack of arches interior space is perceived as a whole. The temple is decorated with observance of the canons of the academic school. On the walls there are about 40 scenes in which dominates the biography of the Prophet Elijah. On the walls of the chapel, a plurality of ancient icons. When you go to the temple, note the brick baroque gates mid-18th century, which are located on zatvorkah letters "SP", which stands for "Elijah the Prophet."

Elias Church especially loved by the locals, so if you walk along the hem - be sure to visit this amazing place.