Saint Stephen of Perm Orthodox cathedral in Syktyvkar, Orthodox cathedral in Syktyvkar, Russia.
The Saint Stephen of Perm Cathedral is an Orthodox church building in central Syktyvkar, recognizable by its stainless steel domes and copper roof. The exterior walls are built in red brick, and the interior holds traditional liturgical furnishings along with granite floors.
Construction started in 1862 and dragged on until 1881 because of repeated funding shortages. After the Soviet period, restoration work carried out between 1996 and 2001 brought the building back to its current form.
The cathedral is named after Saint Stephen of Perm, a monk who created a written alphabet for the Komi people in the 14th century. That connection to Komi identity is still felt today, as the building serves as the main place of worship for the local Orthodox community.
The cathedral stands on Stefanovskaya Square in the city center and is easy to spot from a distance thanks to its domes. It is worth checking opening hours before visiting, as access may be limited during services.
Renovation work raised the building to around 56 meters, which makes it one of the tallest structures in the city skyline. Notably, the original brick construction techniques were kept during restoration rather than replaced with modern methods.
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