Old Cathedral of St. Sophia, Catholic cathedral in Podil district, Kyiv, Ukraine.
The Old Cathedral of St. Sophia exhibits Gothic architectural elements with five naves, multiple apses, and distinctive pointed arches throughout its structure.
Ivan Hryhorovych-Barskyi designed this religious edifice in 1744, incorporating architectural principles from both Eastern European and Western Catholic traditions.
The cathedral interior contains decorative elements that merge Catholic religious symbolism with regional artistic traditions of 18th-century Ukraine.
Visitors can access the cathedral through the main entrance on Kontraktova Square, with guided tours available during regular opening hours.
The cathedral maintains original water supply systems designed by Hryhorovych-Barskyi, including an 18th-century fountain structure near its premises.
Location: Kyiv
Inception: 1744
Architects: Ivan Hryhorovych-Barskyi
Architectural style: Gothic art
GPS coordinates: 50.46420,30.51474
Latest update: March 6, 2025 03:04
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