MATEC Web of Conferences (Jan 2017)

Social topos of church architecture

  • Zarochintseva Irina,
  • Lokonova Elena

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/201710601027
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 106
p. 01027

Abstract

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The article proves the idea that descendants are reminded about the history and culture of their country through the architectural forms of Church architecture. Church architecture expresses the power and greatness of folk feats, patriotism and love of freedom. Each church has its own history, includes the architectural style of its epoch, and occupies a certain position among the other religious buildings. Churches have city-forming significance and represent the sacred center of the city; as well they possess a sign, marking function in the area, which can be “read” as a common landmark in the social topes