Vladimir, Russia
Golden Gate, Vladimir
The Golden Gate of Vladimir, constructed between 1158 and 1164, is the only preserved ancient Russian city gate. A museum inside focuses on the history of the Mongol invasion of Russia in the 13th century. The gate survived the Mongol destruction of Vladimir in 1237.
- City
- Vladimir
- Country
- Russia
- Category
- Historic
- Suggested visit
- About 90 minutes
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