Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Sofia, Bulgaria
The cathedral was built between 1882-1912 as a token of gratitude of the Bulgarian people for the Russian help in gaining independence from the Ottoman Rule. It is named after Alexander II's patron saint, a 13th century Prince of Novgorod. The cathedral is dedcorated with 300 dramatic murals and splendid Venetian mosaics. It was designed by the renowned Russian architect, Pomerantsev.
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