MONOMAD: Orthodox Temple Changing Perception

in Black And White3 years ago (edited)

Hello everybody! I love to observe the world from different angles in the event. Whether it is a different angle of the photographed object or an opinion about it. An object can be anything, but I love architecture. However, when it comes to black and white, any architectural creation looks enchanting. Right-wing churches most often have a white building facade, which discards everything superfluous, but in black and white the church becomes even more mysterious. This is my entry for the #monomad challenge.

photo5244553130736203747.jpgDue to the peculiarity of the color of the facade and cloudy weather, at first it may seem that the photo is not black and white. But this is not the case.

Even those who are not interested in architecture can distinguish between old buildings and modern ones. But churches and temples are difficult to distinguish and understand their true time of construction.

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The history of this Orthodox Church of the Holy Trinity began in the 18th century. It's hard to believe, but this place was once sacred. The church was rebuilt and modified in various ways.

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But at this time, the building of the church serves as a place of attraction and pride of the area.

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Since the building has been rebuilt and modified several times, some of the elements have lost their relevance. However, these elements can be seen from the reliefs of the façade.

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The church building looks impressive from any side. Trees growing on the grounds in black and white make the Church of the Holy Trinity mysterious.

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As with many other holy buildings, there are four entrances. Each of them has its own purpose, but in most cases it is the entrance to the building, and in one the entrance to the office building. Obviously, the main entrance is popular.

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It is interesting that there is a small gazebo on the territory. It is unremarkable, but significant. There is a reservoir with holy water in this place.

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There is a special entrance to enter the territory of the church. It is intended for clergymen, but it is also available for believers on foot. On holidays, all doors to the territory are open.

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There are domes in the dome of this building. On holidays, they decorate the sound space of much of the city.

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The white facade of the church building does not stand out against the background of the large golden domes. But in black and white, we can see details in their true guises without being distracted by the pompous gold color.

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Despite the simplicity of the facade, there is something special and attractive in it.

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Visiting such places, you think about the meaning of life and the fact that there are many things in the world beyond our understanding.

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In my opinion, black and white colors can change our experience of reality and things. However, most often this is for the better. Just look at the usual things in a different color and see how much you missed. There is a lot in the details. The Church of the Holy Trinity in black and white allows you to see not only the meaning of the church, but also its architectural and cultural features.

Photo information

Camera: Xiaomi Redmi note 9 pro
Location: Zhlobin, Belarus Author: @danny.green

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