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Alexander Nevsky Cathedral Tallinn

The Alexander Nevsky Cathedral is a Russian Orthodox cathedral on Toompea Hill with onion domes and a richly decorated interior. Free to enter. The cathedral was built during the Russian Imperial period and its presence on the hill above the Estonian Parliament is loaded with political symbolism. Budget travelers visit for free and see the most ornate church interior in Tallinn.

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Lossi plats 10, 10130 Tallinn
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St Olav's Church Tower

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