The church was constructed specifically to replace the Ipatiev House, which was demolished in 1977 by order of the local Communist Party leadership to prevent it from becoming a site of pilgrimage.
The floor level of the lower church corresponds to the basement level of the original Ipatiev House.
The building features five domes, symbolizing the five members of the Romanov family who were canonized as passion-bearers.
The iconostasis in the upper church contains icons depicting members of the Romanov family alongside other Russian saints.
The site attracts thousands of pilgrims annually during the 'Tsar's Days' in mid-July, which commemorate the date of the execution.
The interior of the lower church includes a large cross marking the approximate area where the execution occurred in the Ipatiev House cellar.
The Church on Blood in Honour of All Saints Resplendent in the Russian Land is a Russian Orthodox church built on the site of the Ipatiev House, where the Romanov family was executed in 1918. Completed in 2003, the structure serves as both a place of worship and a memorial to the last Tsar, Nicholas II, and his family. The church features two levels: the lower level, known as the 'lower temple,' occupies the exact location of the cellar where the Romanovs died. The upper level is an ornate sanctuary with a gilded iconostasis and vaulted ceilings. Architecturally, the building follows the Byzantine-Russian style, utilizing a mix of white stone and dark red brick. It functions as a pilgrimage site for those observing the anniversary of the Romanov execution each July. The complex includes a museum dedicated to the imperial family and a bronze sculpture of the royal family descending stairs. The structure stands on the edge of a steep hill overlooking the city center.
The elevated viewing platform on the side of the church offering a panoramic view of Yekaterinburg's city center and the pond.
Visit the lower level museum first to understand the historical context of the Romanov family's final days before entering the upper sanctuary.
Respect the ongoing religious services by maintaining a quiet demeanor and avoiding areas roped off for clergy or active worship.
Take time to view the exterior monument of the Romanov family located near the main entrance stairs.
Taking photographs of worshippers or during active religious ceremonies, as this is strictly prohibited inside the sanctuary.
Modest dress is required: women should cover their heads and shoulders, and men should remove hats and avoid shorts.
