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• ancient
• memorable
• monasteries
• founded
• recognised
• time-honored
• Orthodox
• onion-domed

1. Many Golden Ring cities are [ ], dating to as early as the ninth century.
2. You should visit the Golden Ring cities if you are interested in history and want to explore old and [ ] traditions.
3. It played a key role in the expanding of the Tsars and the establishment of the [ ] Church.
4. The city may as well be a living museum with its
   [ ] landmarks.
5. Many of the landmarks, such as the
   [ ]
   and
   [ ]
   cathedrals, are
   [ ]
   for their cultural significance and have been granted UNESCO World Heritage standing.
6. Rostov was
   [ ]
   on the Volga in 862.