Rus’ and Russian History: Churches, Cities and Historic Sites

The medieval Rus’ principalities and Novgorod Republic left churches and fortifications across eastern Europe. Their history forms part of the shared heritage of Ukraine, Belarus and Russia. Later Russian rulers added palaces, civic buildings and artillery fortresses across a different geographical and political setting. This collection brings those sites together while distinguishing their patrons, periods and surviving architecture. Explore the map for buildings from both the medieval principalities and later Russian history.