Nativity of Christ Cathedral

The Nativity of Christ Cathedral is an Orthodox cathedral in Alexandrov featuring solid stone walls and multiple altar spaces. The interior is spacious, filled with natural light, and has excellent acoustics for chanting and prayer.

The cathedral was built in 1696 with support from Peter the Great and replaced two older wooden churches on the site. A stone bell tower was added in 1829, funded by merchants from the town.

The cathedral's name refers to the birth of Christ, a central celebration in Orthodox tradition. Visitors can observe the role this place plays in the religious life of the town through the people who gather here for services.

The cathedral is located at Sovetskiy Pereulok 13 and welcomes visitors interested in exploring its religious architecture. Timing your visit to coincide with services allows you to experience the space as an active place of worship.

During Soviet times, the building was repurposed and operated as a local bakery before returning to religious use in 1991. This unexpected transformation shows how the structure survived periods of dramatic change.

Location: Alexandrov

Inception: 1696

GPS coordinates: 56.39617,38.72872

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:04