Exaltation of Holy Cross cathedral in Petrozavodsk, Eastern Orthodox cathedral in Petrozavodsk, Russia
The Exaltation of Holy Cross cathedral is a brick Eastern Orthodox church in Petrozavodsk built with Russian Revival architectural elements. The structure rises from within Zaretskoye Cemetery, where its distinctive form has become part of the landscape.
The cathedral was built in 1848 to serve the Orthodox community of Petrozavodsk. It experienced a temporary closure during World War II in 1941 before resuming its religious role.
The cathedral represents Eastern Orthodox traditions through its architectural design and regular religious services, contributing to the spiritual life of Petrozavodsk.
The cathedral sits within Zaretskoye Cemetery on Volkhovskaya Street and is accessible on foot. Visitors should dress respectfully and remember this is an active cemetery and place of worship.
The cathedral maintains its status as a regional cultural heritage site while continuing to function as an active Eastern Orthodox church within the cemetery grounds.
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