Church

Transfiguration Cathedral, Vyborg

Address: пл. Соборная 1
Area: Vyborg, Russia

Mon: 08:00–19:00
Tue: 08:00–19:00
Wed: 08:00–19:00
Thu: 08:00–19:00
Fri: 08:00–19:00
Sun: 06:00–19:00
Hours: On Sundays and holidays: 06:00–19:00; services may affect visitor access.
Price: Free admission.
How to visit: This is an active Orthodox church. Modest clothing is recommended: no shorts and covered shoulders; photography is best done outside services.
Hours: Free entry
Hours: Fine in the rain
Hours: About 30–40 min

Why it is worth the detour

The Transfiguration Cathedral is known as a prominent example of classicist architecture in Vyborg.

The Transfiguration Cathedral is an Orthodox church located in Vyborg's Old Town, notable for its classicist architecture. It serves as the main cathedral of the Vyborg and Priozersk diocese.

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