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St Nicolas' Orthodox Church

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Jul 31, 2025 - Aug 01, 2025
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St Nicolas' Orthodox Church: A Testament to Faith

Located on Vene street, St Nicolas' Orthodox Church serves as a vital religious site for the Orthodox community of Tallinn.

Established from 1820 to 1827, it was founded by Russian traders and has great historical significance, marking the site of an earlier church. The church boasts a Classicist architectural style, designed by Luigi Rusca, and is renowned for its exquisite iconostasis, said to be as precious as that of the Church of the Transfiguration of Our Lord.

Must-See Highlights

  • 🌟 Remarkable Iconostasis
  • 🕍 Classicist Architecture
  • ⛪ Active Religious Services

Accessibility is free for visitors, making it suitable for tourists, families, and historians alike.

Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum St Nicolas' Orthodox Church

Architectural Heritage

Designed by Luigi Rusca, it reflects Classicist architectural standards typical of the early 19th century.

Religious Focal Point

Historically significant for Russian traders, the church is located on the street named after them.

Location

Vene 24

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