St. Catherine's Chapel, Orthodox chapel in Peter and Paul Cathedral, Saint Petersburg, Russia
The chapel occupies the southwestern section of Peter and Paul Cathedral, featuring one window and two doors connecting to the main cathedral space.
Constructed after a fire in 1756, the chapel received its consecration in 1779, honoring Saint Catherine, the patron saint of Empress Catherine II.
The chapel serves as the final resting place for Emperor Nicholas II, Empress Alexandra Feodorovna, and three of their children since July 1998.
The interior space measures 8.1 meters in length and 6.3 meters in width, containing a waterproof crypt designed for remains preservation.
The sealed crypt contains coffins made from Caucasian oak, arranged in two tiers separating the imperial family from their devoted retainers.
Location: Saint Petersburg
GPS coordinates: 59.95006,30.31595
Latest update: March 14, 2025 06:35
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