Cathedral of the Holy Virgin Protection, Orthodox cathedral in Mariupol, Ukraine.
The Cathedral of the Holy Virgin Protection stands as a prominent brick religious structure featuring traditional Ukrainian Orthodox architecture with a central dome and ornate exterior detailing.
Construction of this cathedral began in 2007 and was completed in 2020, designed by architect Stanislaw Stolow as part of a religious revival period in Mariupol.
The cathedral serves as a central venue for Orthodox Christian worship and community gatherings, hosting special ceremonies during the feast of the Holy Virgin Protection and other religious holidays.
Located at coordinates 47.097895°N and 37.548404°E, the cathedral is accessible to visitors and pilgrims, with services following traditional Orthodox liturgical schedules throughout the year.
The cathedral features a bell tower with ten bells installed in 2012, including the largest bell weighing 4.2 tons and reaching a total height of 84.3 meters.
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