Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Orthodox cathedral in Vanalinn, Estonia
The Alexander Nevsky Cathedral features five onion domes topped with gilded iron crosses and stands 58 meters high in central Tallinn.
The cathedral, completed in 1900 during Estonia's incorporation into the Russian Empire, represents the period of Russian influence in the Baltic region.
Three gilded wooden iconostases and four icon boxes containing paintings on copper and zinc plates demonstrate traditional Orthodox architectural elements.
The cathedral maintains specific visiting hours from May through September, with requirements for women to cover their heads during their visit.
The cathedral houses eleven bells, including a 15-ton bell that ranks as the largest in Tallinn, contributing to the city's soundscape.
Location: Tallinn City
Inception: 1895
Architects: Mikhail Preobrazhensky
Architectural style: Russian Revival architecture
Height: 58 m
Made from material: brick
Address: Tallinn, Lossi plats 10 10130 Tallinn
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 08:00-18:00
Phone: +3726443484
Website: https://nevskysobor.ee
GPS coordinates: 59.43583,24.73944
Latest update: July 1, 2025 13:09
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