Ancient Library

Sobornaya Sq., 1, Penza, Penza Region, Russia

There is a legend that during the construction of the Spassky Cathedral, an ancient chamber was discovered while digging the foundation pit.

There is a legend that during the construction of the Spassky Cathedral, an ancient chamber was discovered while digging the foundation pit. Allegedly, it was a library room, but the builders concealed their find because archaeological excavations at this site could have halted the construction for years.

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