Catedrala Patriarhală, Bucharest, Romania

4.5 (473 reviews) Spent Ranking #10 in Bucharest Churches & Cathedrals

This functioning religious & civic landmark hosts a popular Palm Sunday pilgrimage & other services

The Romanian Orthodox Patriarchal Cathedral (also known as the Metropolitan Church) is a functioning religious and civic landmark, on Dealul Mitropoliei, in Bucharest, Romania. It is located near the Palace of the Chamber of Deputies of the Patriarchate of the Romanian Orthodox Church. Since it is a working cathedral, it is the site of many religious holidays and observances that take place for those who follow the Orthodox Christian faith in Bucharest, including a Palm Sunday pilgrimage. The Orthodox Divine Liturgy at the cathedral is known for its a cappella choir, a common practice shared by all the Orthodox churches, in both their prayer services and liturgical rites. The Romanian Orthodox Patriarchal Cathedral is a designated Historical monument—Monument istoric of Romania.
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Str Dealul Mitropoliei Piata Unirii, Bucharest 040163 Romania

Website

http://patriarhia.ro/catedrala-patriarhala-202.html

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5Bucur 5:00 PM Jun 13, 2017
Beautiful complex on the Patriarchy Hill
Bell Tower, Chapel, Patriarchal Cathedral and Patriarchal Palace can be visited on the Patriarchy Hill. The Patriarchal Palace can be visited for free from monday to friday beetween 9 and 16 but you need to book in advance.
5smvNYC 5:00 PM Aug 7, 2022
Small but beautiful
The church, located a short walk up from Unirii place is worth visiting. Apart from serving as the set of the Romanian Orthodox Church's head, the church also has the tombs of the previous patriarchs, important relics and beautifully crafted icons. Overall, one gets a sense of deep piety.