In the heart of Kyiv is a place that preserves the legends of the past - Schekavytsia, one of the historic hills of the city, and the All Saints Church. These places not only reflect the centuries-old history of Kyiv, but also witness the changes that the city has experienced.
The photo of the location was shared in the Facebook group "Club of Native Kyivan".
The archival photo dates back to the beginning of the ХХ century. In the past, there were settlements of the period of Kyivan Rus on Schekavytsia, as well as references to it can be found in chronicles. This hill is an important element of the history and culture of Kyiv, because it is associated with numerous historical events, in particular with the period of Kyivan Rus.
At the top of Schekavytsia once stood the All Saints Church, which was part of the Kyiv defense system. This area has witnessed many important historical events, including the defense of the city from attacks.
Temple of All Saints
The All Saints Church is an Orthodox church located near the Shchekavytsky cemetery, built in 1782 and destroyed in the 1930s. It is located not far east of the modern television tower in Podil.
It was a single-domed three-part church, whose outline resembled the silhouette of St. Andrew's Church. Its walls were decorated with elegant stucco pilasters in the style of the Corinthian order and other elements. The top of the building was a pear-shaped dome located on a large octagonal drum decorated with gilded stars.
In 1809, the church building was damaged by lightning, so major repairs had to be carried out. In the early 1930s, the city government decided to turn old, unused cemeteries into parks for cultural recreation. Thus, on October 21, 1935, a decision was made to close the church, and already in December of the same year, its demolition began.
Modern Schekavytsia
Today Schekavytsia is a popular place for walks among residents and guests of Kyiv, offering magnificent views of the city and the Dnipro River. Although many of the original buildings that were there have not survived to this day, its historical significance remains an important element of the cultural heritage of Kyiv.
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