Dormition of the Theotokos Cathedral, Eastern Orthodox cathedral in central Varna, Bulgaria.
The cathedral features three naves, copper domes, stone walls, and incorporates architectural elements influenced by the Peterhof Temple in Saint Petersburg.
Construction began in 1880 under Prince Alexander I of Battenberg, with architect Maas creating foundation plans and municipal architect P. Kupka supervising the project.
The cathedral serves as the main religious center for the Varna and Preslav bishopric, featuring religious icons donated by Russian Emperor Nicholas II.
Located at 2 Vladislav Varnenchik Boulevard, the cathedral remains open to visitors and maintains regular Eastern Orthodox religious services throughout the year.
The funding for construction came through international lottery tickets and community donations, with stones from city fortification walls used as building materials.
Location: Varna
Inception: 1880
Made from material: stone
GPS coordinates: 43.20528,27.91000
Latest update: March 13, 2025 12:27
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