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Coordinates: 59°59′30.1546″N 29°46′40.3359″E. The Naval cathedral of Saint Nicholas in Kronstadt ( Russian: Морской Никольский собор, Morskoj Nikol'skij sobor) is a Russian Orthodox cathedral built in 1903–1913 as the main church of the Russian Navy and dedicated to all fallen seamen.
Nov 9, 2018 · Modeled after Byzantium’s crown jewel, the Hagia Sophia, the Naval Cathedral of St. Nicholas (Kronstadt) is dedicated to the fallen seamen of Russia’s navy. Built between 1903 and 1913, the Naval Cathedral was to serve as the main church of the Russian Navy.
Kronshtadt garrison is a small place of great but often overlooked historical importance politically and militarily, and the naval cathedral is a perfect milestone to aim for on a visit, particularly when you can catch sight of the golden domes over the old naval installations as you get closer.
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Naval Cathedral, Kronstadt. #Kronshtadt. #Churches. explore. The Naval cathedral of Saint Nicholas in Kronstadt is the last and largest naval cathedrals, built during the Russian Empire Epoque. It was finished in 1913 and served as the primary church of the Russian Navy; later, in 1929, it became one of the first cathedrals that were closed ...
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Nicholas Marine Cathedral built in 1903-1913 for the design of V. A. Kosyakov and became not only an ornament, but also a high-rise dominant of Kronstadt (building height — 70 m). The laying of the temple took place in the presence of the Imperial family and was consecrated by St. John of Kronstadt.
The modern city's most striking landmark is considered to be the enormous Naval Cathedral, dedicated to St Nicholas and built between 1908 and 1913 in Anchor Square which also contains many military memorials. The cathedral is regarded as the culmination of Russian Neo-Byzantine architecture. The Pyotrovsky Gardens is a park that surrounds the ...
