Nativity of Christ Cathedral, Eastern Orthodox cathedral in Central Chișinău, Moldova.
The cathedral features four porticoes with six Doric columns each, forming a symmetrical cruciform layout with uniform facades and a central dome.
Commissioned in 1830 by Prince Mikhail Vorontsov and Metropolitan Gavril Bănulescu-Bodoni, the cathedral opened its doors in 1836 under architect Avraam Melnikov's design.
The cathedral contains three altars: a main altar for the Nativity of the Lord and two side altars dedicated to St John and St Nicholas.
The cathedral stands at the intersection of major city routes in Chișinău, making it accessible through public transportation and walking paths.
Radio Basarabia established its first broadcasting station in Chișinău by transmitting liturgies from this cathedral on October 8, 1939.
Location: Chișinău
Inception: 1836
Founders: Mikhail Vorontsov
Architects: Avraam Melnikov
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture
Made from material: brick
GPS coordinates: 47.02606,28.83453
Latest update: March 5, 2025 01:53
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