Saint Basil’s wouldn’t take its nickname until the rule of Ivan’s son, Fyodor, who built a chapel dedicated to Saint Vasily – or Basil – the Blessed, a Holy Fool who was known to Ivan ...

Built in the mid-16th century under the orders of Ivan the Terrible himself, (a popular legend says he had the architect blinded to prevent him from duplicating the beauty) St. Basil's Cathedral ...

6. When it was built St Basil’s exterior walls and domes were not as colourful as they are today. This colour and detail was added during the 200 years after construction 7.

Explore the stunning beauty of St. Basil's Cathedral in Moscow, Russia, with breathtaking drone footage that captures its intricate onion domes and vibrant colors against the backdrop of the Moscow ...

Originally constructed in the mid-16th century, Saint Basil’s Cathedral looms majestically near the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia, and has stood watch over countless historical and political events ...

He personally carried St. Basil's coffin to a grave right outside the Kremlin. The cathedral, constructed to commemorate Ivan's victory over Mongol rulers, was built on the burial site." ...

He built one of the first great 3D interiors that we saw, some nice 3D tours of Mount Urgull, and quite a few other models. His latest work is the remodeling of Saint Basil’s Cathedral in Red ...

We look at 10 things you should know about the Russian Orthodox church St Basil's Cathedral (Pic:Getty) By Mirror.co.uk 10:27, 12 Jul 2011Updated09:43, 4 Feb 2012 ...