St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral in Tashkent

St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral

The St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral is the oldest surviving Orthodox church in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Constructed between 1902 and 1905, it is situated within the Botkin Cemetery in the Yashnabad district. The cathedral was built with funds from both the state and local community, with significant contributions from Nikolai Ivanovich Ivanov, a respected commercial consultant who financed the creation of the gilded wooden iconostasis. ​

Designed by engineer Alexander Alexandrovich Burmeister and constructed under the supervision of military engineer Captain Fyodor Smirnov, the cathedral exemplifies traditional Russian Orthodox architectural style. Its enduring presence is notable, having withstood the 1966 earthquake and a subsequent fire, after which it was restored to maintain its original design. 

Today, the St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral continues to serve as an active place of worship, accommodating 20 to 30 attendees on weekdays and up to 200 during religious holidays. The cathedral's interior features wall paintings depicting saints, angels, and numerous icons in gilded frames. ​

Visitors can access the cathedral via various bus routes, including numbers 1, 16, 18, 21, 30, 44, 80, and 96. ​

For those interested in exploring Tashkent's religious and historical landmarks, the St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral offers a glimpse into the city's rich cultural tapestry and architectural heritage.

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