Assumption Cathedral

The history of the Cathedral of the Assumption is unique in that it was once a small cemetery church, called the Church of St. Panteleimon. In the middle of the last century, work to expand the temple began. In the 30-40s of the last century, the temple was closed, and its premises were used for the needs of the hospital. After the end of World War II, the church was consecrated in the name of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin and was named the capital's main Orthodox cathedral. In the 1950s and 1960s, the temple was almost completely rebuilt; the new premises can accommodate up to 4,000 faithful. After the collapse of the cathedral completely renovated and restored. Today you can visit the territory of the cathedral, passing through the triple arch topped with a golden dome. The structures of the inner courtyard are striking in their splendor - they are all made in the same style according to the laws of classicism, white decor in combination with blue facades gives lightness to the composition. The 5-storey openwork bell tower, rebuilt in the 20th century, deserves special attention.