The Russian Orthodox Church in San Telmo.
Nestled in a quiet street in the San Telmo neighborhood, you will discover a beautiful Russian Orthodox Church. If beautiful churches and architecture interest you, then this Russian Orthodox Church, is not to be missed when in Buenos Aires. It is the only one of it´s kind in Argentina – as far as we know.
The church is not always open during the day but if you are fortunate you might find it open. Go in and take a look inside. You will not be disappointed as it is really beautiful. It is open for service on Satudays at 18h00 and on Sundays at 10h00. Choirs sing Orthodox liturgical music on weekend mornings.
History of the Russian Orthodox Church in Buenos Aires.
This is the history of the church. In the mid-19th Century, the first Orthodox Greek and Slavonic immigrants began to arrive in Buenos Aires and shortly after were followed by the Lebanese and the Syrian. They made up a small community who asked and managed to convince Emperor Alexander II, to sign a decree for the foundation in Buenos Aires, of an Orthodox Church attached to the Russian Empire’s Legation in South America.
The church was designed in St. Petersburg and the work was directed by the artist Cristophersen opening in 1904. The style is Byzantine with onion-like domes on the facade and Stara symbolizing the Celestial Sphere.
The domes of the Church can be seen from various areas in San Telmo. The church is adorned with mosaics and paintings.
Directly in front of the Russian Orthodox Church is Parque Lezama. It is a beautiful park where you can quietly sit and read a book or feed the birds.When I recently visited the Church, I noticed that the park was under construction and cordoned off. I am not sure for how long the renovations will continue.
Where: San Telmo, Buenos Aires
When: April 2015
Fantastic travel Blog. I have been to Buenos Aires few times but never got a good chance for a tour!
Thank you very much Sailor! Next time when your cruise ship have a stop over in Buenos Aires, you need to take a tour! Loved your blog!
beautiful..there are elements from St Petersburg…
Hi Alfandi, yes the influence is definitely there. It must be because it was designed in St Petersburg 🙂
Awesome Church !!Its same like the one in Russia similar type !!
Hi Sheril, thank you. Yes very similar to the churches that I have seen in Russia 🙂
fantastic and beautiful pic and great shots taken, the colours are so alive in the pices.
Hi Nava, thank you. The colours are so nice and I tried to capture it as I saw it: alive and vibrant!
Omg Nelieta! This one reminded me of the blue dome I discovered in Selangor, Malaysia. It's onion-like domes so that made the difference whereas the one in Selangor was perfectly rounded and without the cross. Another wonderful discovery from you so thank you for sharing…. 🙂
Hi Jorie, had tot go back to your blog to see which one you were talking about. Yes it is very similar indeed. I left another comment..lol! Wonderful to share the information especially when people like yourself find it interesting!
Beautiful church! nice photos! =D
Thank you Tengturista!
hi nalieta. did you take those photographs? they are so sharp and from great angles.. mussels are delicious with pasta sauce- perhaps you cook better than me..above all, i like your friendship. will always put comments in all your posts, cos i sincerely like your blog.
Thank you very much Cooking Varieties. Yes I did take these photos 🙂
Really wonderful..We were in Italy a few years ago and the churches there are amazing..Never been to Argentina but would love to photograph it.. I started following youhttp://jpweddingphotograpy.blogspot.com/2011/04/crane-update-plus-you-have-been-looking.html
Hi Jim, thank you for the follow and comment. Yes the churches in Europe are absolutely amazing! I couldn´t get enough of the history and the architecture. Argentina is a beautiful country to travel and a photographers dream. There are photo opportunities around every corner 🙂
Beautiful architecture! Those blue domes are amazing.
Hi Nancie, thank you very much! The domes do make an impression 🙂
I love visiting churches! This one looks amazingly beautiful…I love the stained glass and architecture! Thank you for sharing this 🙂
Hi Jessica, there is something so peaceful about them. I often slip inside, sit at the back and soak up the peace and quiet atmosphere. Glad you liked this one 🙂
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Hi Cooking-varieties, thank your for your lovely comment. Yes these photos are all mine apart from the last one which was taken by a friend of ours. Ooh I am not so sure about the cooking! I am a terrible, terrible cook and I always get so envious when I see the delicious food that people, like yourself, prepare!Ps. It is great to have a new friend and your comments are always appreciated 🙂
Stunning, Nelieta. Beautiful architecture, and the artwork is breathtaking!
Thank you very much Sweepy!