Zagreb Orthodox Cathedral, Eastern Orthodox cathedral in central Zagreb, Croatia
The Zagreb Orthodox Cathedral is an Eastern Orthodox cathedral in central Zagreb, Croatia, built from stone materials. The structure features neoclassical design combined with traditional Serbian architectural elements and was completed during the mid-1800s.
The location began as a Catholic church dedicated to Saint Margaret before being converted to Orthodox use in 1782. The current stone structure was built in the early 1860s to replace the previous building on the site.
The cathedral functions as a gathering place for the Serbian Orthodox community of Zagreb, where people come together for religious observances and celebrations. You can observe local traditions being practiced during major Orthodox holidays throughout the year.
Entry is free and the building can be visited even when services are not taking place, though it helps to be respectful of worship times. The best times to visit are Sunday services and major Orthodox holidays when special ceremonies are held.
The building houses two different iconostasis installations, with the original piece dating to 1795. The older component was preserved when a newer one was installed around 1884, showing layers of the structure's past.
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