Dormition of the Theotokos Cathedral, Cluj-Napoca
Dormition of the Theotokos Cathedral, Cluj-Napoca, Eastern Orthodox cathedral in Cluj-Napoca, Romania.
The Dormition of the Theotokos Cathedral is an Eastern Orthodox temple in Cluj-Napoca built in Byzantine Revival style using brick. The structure features a central dome with smaller towers rising above the surrounding square.
Construction of the temple began in the early 1920s and took approximately ten years to complete. The building became an important religious and cultural center for the community after its completion.
The interior walls display murals created by local art professors that depict scenes from Orthodox tradition. These painted works shape how the space looks and tell religious stories to visitors.
The temple is located on a central square in the city and is accessible to visitors during daytime hours. Before visiting, check current opening times and wear appropriate clothing when entering.
The building was constructed using bricks sourced from local quarries in the surrounding area. This use of regional materials ties it to the landscape and gives it a connection to the land itself.
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