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Alexander Nevsky Cathedral is the most striking Russian Orthodox church in Tallinn. You can’t help but notice the beautiful, distinct black onion dome-like towers that make it an architectural delight.
The church was built from 1895 to 1900 during the Russian rule of Estonia. It was designed by Mikhail Preobrazhensky, an architect from St. Petersburg and is an example of Russian Revival Style and Neo-Byzantine architecture. The church can hold up to 1,500 people.
500 soldiers used ropes to raise the 11 bells to the church tower. The bells’ total weight is 27 tons, and the largest weighs nearly 18 tons. They came from St. Petersburg Vassily Orlov’s bell foundry.
There is plenty to discover in Tallin's Old Town. It is rich in medieval and Hanseatic history and is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. Photo Credit: Wendy Nordvik-Carr

Discover Alexander Nevsky Cathedral in Tallinn, Estonia.  Photo Credit: Wendy Nordvik-Carr

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The church was closed during the German occupation and reopened in May 1945.
St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral stands on Toompea Hill across from Toompea Castle. The towers can be seen from many areas of Old Town. 
The church recently underwent a period of restoration, and all work was done to the same standard as the original design. The five new iron crosses made in St. Petersburg, Russia, replaced the rusted ones.
Visit the striking St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. There is plenty to discover in Tallin's Old Town. It is rich in medieval and Hanseatic history and is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. Photo Credit: Wendy Nordvik-Carr

Visit the striking St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.  Photo Credit: Wendy Nordvik-Carr

Fast Facts:

  • The church was named after the Prince of Novgorod, Alexander Nevsky.
  • Churches with the same name can be found in Sofia, Bulgaria and Novosibirsk, Russia.
  • Built from 1885-1890.
  • The bell tower holds 11 bells.
  • The bells’ total weight is 27 tons.

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