Transfiguration Cathedral, Zhytomyr, Eastern Orthodox cathedral in Zhytomyr, Ukraine
The Transfiguration Cathedral is a brick Eastern Orthodox cathedral in Zhytomyr built in the Russian-Byzantine style, with a cross-shaped, three-nave plan and five domes topped by tent roofs. A four-tier bell tower adjoins the west facade, and the building reaches 53 metres in height. Its interior decoration uses granites and labradorites from Volhynia and the Zhytomyr region.
This cathedral was designed in the late 19th century and reflects the Russian Revival architectural style of that era. Its construction happened during a period when new Orthodox churches were being built across the region.
The cathedral serves as a gathering place where the local community participates in Orthodox services and maintains deep spiritual traditions. The interior iconostasis and sacred spaces shape how visitors experience religious life in this region.
The cathedral stands at 14 Peremohy Street, on the former Torgovytsia square, and its bell tower faces the west facade. Visitors enter through that western side; the four-tiered bell tower and the 500-pood main bell are the landmarks to look for. The building is a state-protected architectural monument.
The structure was built using specialized brick-laying techniques to create intricate geometric patterns while supporting the great height of the central dome. These skilled methods allowed masons to construct a building that has endured for well over a century with remarkable stability.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 94,447 contributors worldwide.
