A Cathedral Built From Melted Tanks

This massive Russian cathedral is constructed with parts of defeated Nazi tanks. It serves as both a place of worship and a monument to the country's victory in the Second World War.

The steps of this unique structure are cast from metal salvaged from captured German weaponry, including tank tracks. Every design element celebrates military history, such as the building dimensions that correspond to specific dates and years of the war. Its golden domes are uniquely styled to look like military helmets. It represents a rare fusion of ancient religious tradition and modern state-sponsored militarism.