St Nicholas Naval Cathedral, Karosta

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St Nicholas Naval Cathedral, located in the Karosta neighborhood of Liepāja, Latvia, is a striking example of Russian Orthodox ecclesiastical architecture. The cathedral was built between 1900 and 1903, under the auspices of Tsar Nicholas II, to serve as a place of worship for the Russian Navy. Designed by the architect Vasily Kosyakov, the cathedral features a grand Byzantine Revival style with its distinctive golden domes and richly adorned interiors. During the Soviet era, the cathedral was repurposed for various secular uses, including a recreation center and a movie theater. However, it was restored to its original religious function after Latvia regained independence.

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