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Big faith in a small town.

This temple was worthy of a big city, but it was located in a small village. There was only one priest inside, and under the dome birds made numerous nests. Despite this, the temple was filled with people from all over the village who prayed tirelessly.

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Date Taken: 01.2021
Date Uploaded: 11.2023
Photo Location: Russia
Copyright: © Dmitriy Borisenko