St. Michael's Cathedral

St. Michael's Cathedral is an Orthodox church building constructed from brick with nine domes that create its distinctive Byzantine Revival profile. The structure occupies a substantial footprint in the city center and features multiple levels of religious and ceremonial spaces throughout its interior.

The original structure was demolished in 1937, and after many decades the current building was constructed beginning in 1994. Its completion in 2000 restored this important religious place to the city's landscape.

The cathedral functions as the main place where Orthodox Christians gather for worship and major religious observances in Cherkasy. Its multiple domes have become a visual landmark that represents faith and community identity for local residents.

The building is easily accessible from Cherkasy's city center and sits at a prominent location visible from different parts of town. Visitors should know that access may be limited during worship services and major religious celebrations.

The nine domes were designed to create a harmonious composition where their varying heights establish a dynamic visual rhythm. This architectural choice makes the building particularly recognizable from many angles throughout the city.

Location: Cherkasy

Inception: 2000

Architects: Sophronius (Dmytruk)

Architectural style: Byzantine Revival architecture

Capacity: 12000

Length: 58 m

Width: 54 m

Made from material: brick

GPS coordinates: 49.43389,32.05861

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:03