Cathedral of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Roman Catholic cathedral in central Skopje, North Macedonia
The Cathedral of the Sacred Heart of Jesus is a Catholic place of worship in central Skopje with a modern design and distinctive bell tower. The raw concrete structure displays Yugoslav architectural characteristics from the 1970s and commands attention with its bold geometric form in the city.
The structure was built between 1973 and 1977 to replace an earlier church destroyed in the 1963 earthquake that devastated the city. Its construction was part of efforts to restore religious life after this major natural disaster.
The cathedral serves the local Catholic community as a gathering place for worship and religious celebrations in multiple languages. It functions as a spiritual center where both residents and visiting pilgrims experience Catholic traditions and practices.
The location is situated near notable city landmarks and is accessible on foot from the central areas. Visitors should be aware that services occur at specific times and respectful conduct is expected when entering.
Architect Blagoja Mickovski designed the structure with innovative solutions for its era, connecting it visually to nearby landmarks in the city. Its proximity to the Mother Teresa Memorial House links two significant Catholic sites within walking distance of each other.
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