Temple-Monument of Alexander Nevsky, Bulgaria

Temple-Monument of Alexander Nevsky is one of the main sightseeing places in Sofia. The cathedral has appeared there only in 1912. The creator of this tremendous temple is a Russian architect Alexander Pomerantsev. This Orthodox Church is one of the largest in the whole world. Its area is 3 170 meters and it can hold about 5 000 people inside. The most interesting part of the cathedral is the bell tower. It has 12 bells and their weight is about 23 tones.

For several hundreds of years this wonderful cathedral with azure and golden cupolas stays one of the main symbols of Sofia. At the beginning of the 20th century, the church was the highest building in the city. It has placed 552 meters above the sea level. Today its main-golden cupola is possible to see from every city street. The cathedral was built in honour of the remarkable historical event – the Russia liberation from the Ottoman yoke which building has begun in 1879.

It is a great building made in Neo-Byzantine style. The inner decoration adores with its thoroughly made conception. The main entrance is made of rare Serbian oak, inside the cathedral is decorated with rare types of marble and onyx. The chandeliers were made especially for the church in Munich. The weight of the central chandelier is about 2, 5 tones. The floor also attracts people, it is made with rare Italian marble mosaic. Walls and the ceiling are decorated with an art painting. The best European masters hold their hands to this incredible beauty. Next - Cathedral Timisoara Trei Ierarhi