Archeological finds overturn idea of Polotsk architecture traditions

24 июля 2018

Archaeologists have managed to establish the original architectural appearance of the Transfiguration Church. One of the main projects of the Euphrosyne of Polotsk is the oldest building in the territory of the monastery in her honor. The finds of the last period changed the whole project. In fact, the shrine was bigger and more functional with the adjoining galleries and three full-fledged rooms with their own functions. Now archaeologists are making measurements of the isolated room, which was most often used for auxiliary worship services. Its height, most likely, did not exceed the floor. There was even a façade finish here.

All works are conducted in accordance with the plan. Step by step. Thus, architectural archeology is an integral step in preparing the building for waterproofing works. This will protect the shrine from further destruction. Salt is the main problem of restorers. The walls of the temple are almost a meter deep in the ground. The found inscriptions also shed light on the dating of repairs in the temple. And how many more such secrets are hidden by the Polotsk land.

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