Name: Zenkov's Cathedral
Address: Ð², Gogol St 40, Almaty, Kazakhstan, KZ
Telephone: +7 727 273 0539

Zenkov's Cathedral is a church, located at в, Gogol St 40, Almaty, Kazakhstan. They can be contacted via phone at +7 727 273 0539, visit their website www.cathedral.kz for more detailed information.

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в, Gogol St 40, Almaty

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Руслан Исаев

06 April 2018

In the late 19th century the first bishops of the Turkistan eparchy discussed the need for a Russian Orthodox Church in Almaty. On September 26, 1903, the bishop of Turkestan and Tashkent, Paisii (Vinogradov) consecrated the foundation of the church. Construction took place between 1904 and 1907.

The belfry was erected on September 14, 1906. The cathedral survived the 1911 earthquake with minimal damage, even though it was built without any nails, which some bishops attributed to divine intervention,[3] although some credit might also be given to the advanced anti-earthquake techniques invented or employed by the architect, Andrei Pavlovich Zenkov.

The inner structure of the cathedral was made in art workshops in Moscow and Kiev. The iconostasis was painted by N. Khludov. After the Russian Revolution the cathedral was used to house the Central State Museum of the Kazakh Soviet Socialist Republic. From 1930 to 1940 it was used by notable public organizations. The first radio transmitters in Almaty were situated in the cathedral's belfry.
Front View of the cathedral during winter
Restoration work on the cathedral began in 1973 and lasted until 1976. In May 1995 control of the cathedral was returned to the Russian Orthodox Church. In 1997, after additional restoration work, it was reopened for religious services.
IBuzyTravel Com

23 February 2018

Interesting architecture but inside not very much to see.
Bryce Caster

13 February 2018

Impressive Orthodox church in a beautiful park.
Zoltan Buzady

24 January 2018

2018: Cathedral will be renovated soon!
A.Can Conker

04 November 2017

Recommended to all people who are visiting Almaty
Viren Mehta

03 August 2017

Beautiful Church surrounded by big garden and monuments.
Er. Harpunieet Sandhu

29 June 2017

Simply awe inspiring. A complete building made without nails!!!
Octavia Wilson

26 April 2017

Beautiful, late afternoon sun makes for a perfect photo
Elaine Cheung

10 March 2017

Interesting building from the inside. Highly recommended and free to enter.
William Tchate

16 October 2016

Just on the edge of the park. This gorgeous building is a must see in my opinion
Wayne Budgen

19 September 2016

Constructed inside one of the largest parks in Almaty this wooden Cathedral is testament to the work of its architect. It was designed to withstand the earthquakes in the region & it has done so on many occasions. Supposedely built of wood without the use of nails, it prsents an impressive sight amongst the greenery of the park. While the exterior is impressive, the interior is even more beautiful, with icons & Christian imagery abounding. The reverential silence inside the building serves to enhance the ambience. Votive candles & other religious items are available in the foyer, along with souvenirs. Highly recommended.
Emily The Goddess

20 April 2016

This is, for me, the quintessential orthodox church. It was being lovingly maintained by parishioners while I visited. There's a curio shop at the entrance that sells iconography, but you need cash. They have some gorgeous stuff. The grounds surrounding it are also spectacular. Highly recommend!