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Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
CultureVisit: ~30 min
Catholic cathedral whose construction began in 1912, at the initiative of the priest Justin Pranaitis and designed by the Polish architect Ludwik Panczakiewicz. Work stopped after the revolution; between 1925 and 1976 it was used as a warehouse and residence, and the sculptures were lost. It was declared a monument in 1981, returned to the Catholic community in 1992 and rebuilt from 1993.
Add it to your trip on Wanloria →Things to do at Cathedral of the Sacred Heart: 2 missions
- Photograph the Neo-Gothic façadeFrame the façade and towers from the street and see how it contrasts with the surrounding buildings.
- Discover the cathedral's past as a warehouseRemember that it was a warehouse and residence between 1925 and 1976. Compare its present look with that history as you walk around the exterior.
Near Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
Amir Timur Square1.5 km awayState Museum of Arts of Uzbekistan1.5 km awayAmir Timur Museum1.7 km awayNavoi Theatre2.1 km awayCathedral of the Assumption2.2 km awayState Museum of the History of Uzbekistan2.3 km away
Frequently asked questions
How much time do you need for Cathedral of the Sacred Heart?
Allow about 30 min for the visit.