Church of the Dormition in Turku, Eastern Orthodox church in Vartiovuori park, Turku, Finland.
The Church of the Dormition sits at the northwest corner of Turku Market Square and was designed by Carl Ludvig Engel. The building showcases Orthodox architectural elements and serves the local Orthodox community.
The church was ordered by Tsar Nicholas I in 1838 to serve the Orthodox community in the region. Construction began in 1839 and concluded with the consecration in 1845.
The church displays an iconostasis featuring religious artworks from Valaam Monastery, representing Orthodox tradition in this region. Visitors can observe this characteristic icon wall, typical of Eastern Orthodox practice.
The building sits in a central location on the Market Square and is easily accessible on foot. Visitors can enter the interior and should approach the space with appropriate respect for its religious purpose.
The church's dedication to Saint Alexandra may reflect the name of Tsar Nicholas I's wife, Aleksandra Feodorovna. This naming choice shows the close connection between Russian imperial authority and this religious building.
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