Church of St. Paraskevi

Church of St. Paraskevi in Veliky Novgorod is one of Russia's oldest churches, dating from 1207. The church is positioned on the metropolis middle, at the previous Yaroslav's Court and the marketplace square. It is presently a museum. The Church of St. Paraskevi is at the World Heritage list as part of object 604 Historic Monuments of Novgorod and Surroundings. The building turned into distinct an architectural monument of federal significance. The church become built in 1207 by Novgorod merchants. Saint Paraskevi become the patron saint of the merchants.

Church of St. Paraskevi is one of the few survived churches in Russia which were built within the starting of the 13th century. Previously, at least unique wood Saint Paraskevi churches have been status on the equal vicinity, one constructed in 1156 and the second in 1191. The church was rebuilt several times. In precise, the dome turned into made inside the 18th century. Between 1954 and the 2000s, the church became significantly restored, and the early walls were uncovered.This is a small crossed dome church with 3 naves and 4 pillars. The walls are built of plinthite and limestone.