Aleksander Nevski Katedraali
Aleksander Nevski Katedraali
4.5
8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday
8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
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This onion-domed, Russian Orthodox Church was built in 1900 and named after the Russian hero who defeated the Teutonic Knights in the thirteenth century.
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- LostInTimePittsburgh, Pennsylvania11,753 contributionsFancy church.This is a grand old church. You do have to pay to enter which seems common in the Baltic Area. It’s the grandest church that I’ve seen in this area. A lot of shiny gold. It looks old and more in the Russian style.Visited June 2023Traveled on businessWritten June 14, 2023
- MerrowmumGuildford, United Kingdom1,284 contributionsBeautiful !This is simply beautiful both inside and out! No photos allowed inside, though, which is a shame (if understandable) as the iconography and general decoration is stunning. There was a service taking place when we visited but tourists were still allowed in, although I did feel slightly uncomfortable.Visited July 2023Traveled with friendsWritten July 27, 2023
- MNowosadSan Jose, California179 contributionsLargest and Most Beautiful Orthodox Church in TallinThe Alexander Nevsky Cathedral is the largest Orthodox Church in Tallin, being very beautiful both inside and from outside. The mosaic and iconography work is stunning. Though no pictures are allowed inside the church, the external architecture allows for for very impressive pictures to be taken. Since it is on top of a hill within the Tallin Old Town area, the cathedral can be visited while touring the historical neighborhood.Visited May 2023Written August 12, 2023
- chrissieb94Dorset, United Kingdom2,098 contributionsStunning CathedralThe Aleksander Nevski Katedraali was completed in 1900 and stands in Lossi Plats. It’s a Russian Orthodox Church. During Soviet times it was left to fall into disrepair. Since 1991 it has been beautifully restored, both inside and out. It is well worth a visit to see how decorative it is. It was very busy when we visited but there was no service at the time.Visited August 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten August 24, 2023
- Coryy20Port of Spain, Trinidad4,837 contributionsGorgeous churchThere are 2 other churches with the same name: one in Sofia, Bulgaria and the other in Macedonia. This one in Estonia is truly gorgeous like the others. This church literally saved me from frozen feet. After visiting Tompea hill for the view, I walked around a bit then discovered this church. The main reason I entered was to find somewhere warm, to warm-up for a few minutes, because on this hill, I couldn't find any other building opened. I was happy I did because they also sell oils, postcards, crucifixes etc., of which I was happy to purchase. The interior is also very gorgeous and the security seems tight too..don't know why. Anyhow I highly recommend a visit to this church, it's simply beautiful.Visited December 2022Traveled soloWritten September 1, 2023
- goodguyjasLondon, United Kingdom1,202 contributionsA stunning Russian church that is beautiful to see outside and in. Shame cars are allowed to park around the side of it.Wondrous looking church. In great weather the white decor looks amazing. The level of detail is a sight to behold. The domes dominate your view with the whole exterior very well maintained. Its location is somewhat spoilt by all the cars parked around it. It is a shame they don’t designate this car free and allow the setting to be complete. The inside has a gift shop leading to a feast for the eyes of gold and silver and dramatic and detailed paintings and icons. The room is not massive and the main part is cordoned off but viewable. The blue parts of the ceiling you would think would be painted areas too but still look in keeping. Lovely to see outside and in.Visited September 2023Traveled soloWritten September 5, 2023
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Anonymous855
Trabuco Canyon, California1,712 contributions
Jul 2022
We fortunately didn't waste a lot of time here. The rule applies inside "no shorts, no photography"...people were asked to leave and there were monitors if you even looked like you were going to take a picture. Walk around outside and then head over to the bastions with some fascinating history.
Written August 7, 2022
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898frank
Virginia354 contributions
Feb 2020
This is a nice example of an authentic Russian Orthodox church. We visited the church on a cold and rainy day in February and the only other visitors were religious Russians. Being in a church that is actively used makes it more special. We lit a candle for a family member.
Written February 29, 2020
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Merrowmum
Guildford, UK1,284 contributions
Jul 2023 • Friends
This is simply beautiful both inside and out! No photos allowed inside, though, which is a shame (if understandable) as the iconography and general decoration is stunning. There was a service taking place when we visited but tourists were still allowed in, although I did feel slightly uncomfortable.
Written July 27, 2023
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midway42
Georgia3,107 contributions
May 2022
Naming a cathedral after a conquering prince in the country that your government wants to control against their will may seem provocative to anyone but the Russians. So be it. Alexander Nevsky successfully invaded and defeated Estonia in the late 13th century and his namesake bishop’s church was built between 1894 and 1900. It is widely considered to be Tallinn's grandest Orthodox site.
The exterior and interior are equally impressive in appearance, with active religious services ongoing both times that I visited. Three altars with gilded, carved wooden iconostases and four icon boxes greet visitors, although no photography is allowed inside. Even though the cathedral isn’t tourist-friendly, it does provide an important contrast to St. Mary's, its Toompea neighbor. As much as St. Mary's embodies an example of Estonian Christianity in Tallinn, this church is Russian through-and-through, without a bit of indigenous language or culture found within. A worthwhile, if brief, visit especially right after seeing its neighbor on the hill.
The exterior and interior are equally impressive in appearance, with active religious services ongoing both times that I visited. Three altars with gilded, carved wooden iconostases and four icon boxes greet visitors, although no photography is allowed inside. Even though the cathedral isn’t tourist-friendly, it does provide an important contrast to St. Mary's, its Toompea neighbor. As much as St. Mary's embodies an example of Estonian Christianity in Tallinn, this church is Russian through-and-through, without a bit of indigenous language or culture found within. A worthwhile, if brief, visit especially right after seeing its neighbor on the hill.
Written June 2, 2022
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Richard M
Hampstead Norreys, UK871 contributions
Jun 2022
The interior is sumptious and rich. an array of saints and other ritual figures adorn the walls and there were plenty of people inside taking their spritiual rest. The exterior is a suitably over the top array of onion shaped domes. simply lovely.
Written June 25, 2022
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bill d
Bedford, UK345 contributions
Sep 2019
You cannot come to Tallinn and not see or visit this beautiful fairly modern building. It is a sight to behold both outside and in. We had a pleasant walk up the hill to it and we arrived at a time when fortunately there were not too many tourists - or the dreaded 'groups' with the leader shouting their head off !! A must see.
Written August 25, 2020
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FyFazan
Oslo, Norway1,460 contributions
Jan 2020
If you´re visiting Tallinn you can´t miss out on this. A beautiful cathedral situated in the UNESCO World Heritage Site medieval Old Town of Tallinn.
In the same you´ll also get some of the best views of Tallin city and neighbourhoods.
In the same you´ll also get some of the best views of Tallin city and neighbourhoods.
Written January 20, 2020
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laczkozsu
Debrecen, Hungary1,680 contributions
May 2022
We walked on Toompea Hill to visit the Tall Hermann tower and the Parliament and of course this nice orthodox church. It was built between 1895 –1900. It’s beautiful outside and inside. I liked the marble iconostasis, nice icons and stained glass windows. Unfortunatelly photography is prohibited inside. It’s woth a visit.
Written November 30, 2022
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goodguyjas
London, UK1,202 contributions
Sep 2023 • Solo
Wondrous looking church. In great weather the white decor looks amazing. The level of detail is a sight to behold. The domes dominate your view with the whole exterior very well maintained. Its location is somewhat spoilt by all the cars parked around it. It is a shame they don’t designate this car free and allow the setting to be complete.
The inside has a gift shop leading to a feast for the eyes of gold and silver and dramatic and detailed paintings and icons. The room is not massive and the main part is cordoned off but viewable. The blue parts of the ceiling you would think would be painted areas too but still look in keeping. Lovely to see outside and in.
The inside has a gift shop leading to a feast for the eyes of gold and silver and dramatic and detailed paintings and icons. The room is not massive and the main part is cordoned off but viewable. The blue parts of the ceiling you would think would be painted areas too but still look in keeping. Lovely to see outside and in.
Written September 5, 2023
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Coryy20
Port of Spain, Trinidad4,837 contributions
Dec 2022 • Solo
There are 2 other churches with the same name: one in Sofia, Bulgaria and the other in Macedonia. This one in Estonia is truly gorgeous like the others. This church literally saved me from frozen feet. After visiting Tompea hill for the view, I walked around a bit then discovered this church.
The main reason I entered was to find somewhere warm, to warm-up for a few minutes, because on this hill, I couldn't find any other building opened. I was happy I did because they also sell oils, postcards, crucifixes etc., of which I was happy to purchase.
The interior is also very gorgeous and the security seems tight too..don't know why. Anyhow I highly recommend a visit to this church, it's simply beautiful.
The main reason I entered was to find somewhere warm, to warm-up for a few minutes, because on this hill, I couldn't find any other building opened. I was happy I did because they also sell oils, postcards, crucifixes etc., of which I was happy to purchase.
The interior is also very gorgeous and the security seems tight too..don't know why. Anyhow I highly recommend a visit to this church, it's simply beautiful.
Written September 1, 2023
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Mikkel
Stockholm, Sweden6 contributions
Anyone who knows if there is a Christmas mass on 24/12 and if so, what time?
thisgirl_Gray
Los Angeles, CA2,380 contributions
A Christmas mass where???
laurajane_ellis
Halifax, UK46 contributions
can you go to the top of the building?
Giuseppe Cincindella
Rosyth, UK1,696 contributions
Yes you can
bardrichard
London, UK142 contributions
is there still scaffolding on the cathedral?
Giuseppe Cincindella
Rosyth, UK1,696 contributions
No, I haven't seen any
Cato1111
Sheffield, UK257 contributions
is there an entrance fee? thanks
Mellie2013
Port Moody, Canada2,721 contributions
Hi there. No, there was no entrance fee. It is beautiful! We really enjoyed it. Please be aware that photos are prohibited.
Elina K
Jyväskylä, Finland151 contributions
Mikä on pääsymaksu? Meitä on iso perhe (2+4, 7,11,14,14), kulttuuri kiinnostaa - ainakin äitiä :)
yrjokahra
Vaasa, Finland
Onko tässä catetdaalissa messu aina lauantaisin klo. 18.00, erityisesti 10.9.2016.
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