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Uspenski Cathedral (Finnish: Uspenskin katedraali, Swedish: Uspenskijkatedralen) is a Greek Orthodox or Eastern Orthodox cathedral in Helsinki, Finland, and main cathedral of the Orthodox Church of Finland, dedicated to the Dormition of the Theotokos (the Virgin Mary).
Uspenski Cathedral is the largest Orthodox temple in Northern and Western Europe, consecrated in 1868 to the Dormition of the Mother of God. It is a historical and cultural attraction in Helsinki, with a rich iconostasis, a wonderworking icon and regular concerts.
Built in 1868 in Helsinki, the Uspenski Cathedral reflects the Russian influence on Finnish history. It has golden cupolas and a redbrick facade, and is one of the main attractions in the Katajanokka district.
Learn about the history, architecture and curiosities of the largest Orthodox church in Western Europe, built in the 19th century by Tsar Alexander II. Find out how to get there, when to visit and what to see in this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Learn about the history and features of Uspenski Cathedral, a red-brick Orthodox church on Katajanokka island in Helsinki. Find out how to get there, when to visit and what other nearby attractions to see.
Learn about the largest Orthodox Church in Scandinavia and its Russian influence on Finnish culture. See photos, tours and attractions near Uspenski Cathedral in Helsinki.
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Jun 18, 2010 · The cathedral is a functioning religious centre and the centre of the Finnish Orthodox Church, numbering about 60,000 members. It is the seat of the Archdiocese of Helsinki, which has administrative ties to the Patriarchate in Constantinople.
