Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
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One of Tallinn's most resplendent monuments, but not one of it's most popular, the spectacular Alexander Nevsky Cathedral was built on orders from St. Petersburg during the times of Russian Imperial rule. Supposedly built on the grave of a legendary Estonian hero, Kalevipoeg, on the city's mighty Toompea Hill, the Orthodox cathedral was something of a Russian propaganda exercise at the time and still remains a subject of controversy amongst hardline patriots. Most locals though are content to admire the Alexander Nevsky as the fine piece of architecture that it is, and tourists will certainly want to capture a few digital images of those dainty domes. |
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reviewed by Vali from United States on Mar.24.2011 | |
Alexander Nevski cathedral is in Sofia, Bulgaria. Totally different country. 
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reviewed by Sarah from United Kingdom on Aug.06.2010 | |
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reviewed by Bruce from Canada on Apr.12.2010 | |
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reviewed by Elsinore from Netherlands on Apr.12.2010 | |
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reviewed by Jill from United Kingdom on Nov.27.2006 | |
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