Saint Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Sofia
The foundation stone of Sofia's Alexander Nevsky Cathedral was laid in 1882. Two texts were placed in the foundations, one engraved on a metal plate and the other written on parchment. The church was consecrated in September 1924 over three successive days because it has three altars.
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The foundation stone of Sofia's Alexander Nevsky Cathedral was laid in 1882. Two texts were placed in the foundations, one engraved on a metal plate and the other written on parchment. The church was consecrated in September 1924 over three successive days because it has three altars.
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Editorial interpretation: The interval between the foundation ceremony and consecration offers a useful way to read the cathedral as a project that unfolded over time. Keep these two milestones distinct when considering its history.
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