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The Assumption Cathedral is a new church building in Ulan-Ude with two main floors, multiple golden domes, and a central bell tower rising over 60 meters high designed to hold around 2,500 worshippers during services. The structure blends classical European architecture with baroque decorative elements and traditional Russian Orthodox features, featuring three altars, a baptismal chapel, classrooms, a library, dining hall, and administrative offices throughout its levels.

Construction began in 2011 when the first stone was laid in a city park, with architect Sergey Lukiyanov designing a plan that merged different styles to reflect local traditions and European influences. A church community was officially formed in 2013 to oversee the project, which proceeded with modern materials and techniques to ensure the building would serve future generations of worshippers.

The cathedral is dedicated to the Assumption of Mary, celebrated on August 28th when believers gather for a procession carrying an old sacred icon through the city streets accompanied by bell ringing and hymns. This annual tradition brings together hundreds of worshippers who walk from the older church to the new building to continue their celebration inside.

Visitors should dress modestly and speak quietly inside the building to respect the peaceful atmosphere and local customs during worship. The cathedral features a parking lot and seating areas outside where you can rest and take in the surroundings at your own pace.

In 2021, specially cast bells were created at a factory to ring in the cathedral's bell tower, with their sound audible across the entire city during services and celebrations. These large bells produce clear tones that will announce important religious festivals and daily worship times, creating an acoustic landmark for the community.

• Location: Ulan-Ude
• Inception: 2011
• GPS coordinates: 51.84167,107.60750
• Latest update: February 9, 2026 07:44