Naval cathedral of St. Nicholas

The cathedral features one central dome reaching 54 meters high, accompanied by four smaller domes representing the four evangelists of Christianity.

The Russian Tsar Nicholas II participated in both the cornerstone laying ceremony and the final consecration of the cathedral in 1903.

The interior contains detailed religious artworks, including mosaics by V. Frolov and wood carvings of the iconostasis created by P. Abosimov.

The cathedral opens daily from 8 AM to 5 PM, welcoming visitors to explore its architecture and religious significance without admission fees.

During the Soviet period, the military converted the religious space into an entertainment center, sealing the central dome with concrete for cinema screenings.

Location: Liepāja

Inception: 1900

Architects: Vasily Kosyakov

Architectural style: Russian Revival architecture

Made from material: brick

Address: Katedrāles iela 2

GPS coordinates: 56.55293,21.01238

Latest update: March 10, 2025 03:54