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The Largest Catholic Church in Kazakhstan
No comments · Posted by Alex Smirnov in Cities, Religion, Video
The Cathedral of Our Lady of Fatima (2004-2012), located in Karaganda, is the largest Catholic church in Kazakhstan and Central Asia. The cathedral’s model was the Cologne Cathedral in Germany. The design was developed by German architect Karl-Maria Ruf. The architect V.G. Sergeev adapted the design to Kazakhstan’s conditions.
On September 9, 2012, the cathedral was solemnly consecrated. Its brick walls are faced with shell rock, and a white marble statue of Our Lady of Fatima stands between the bell towers. Inside, the cathedral is decorated with tiled frescoes, stained glass windows, and a gilded altar with intricately carved wooden details. The cathedral houses the largest organ in Kazakhstan, which is frequently used in concert performances, often accompanied by the local symphony orchestra.
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The Largest Catholic Cathedral in Kazakhstan
No comments · Posted by Sergei Rzhevsky in Architecture, Religion, Travel
The Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Fatima located in the city of Karaganda is the largest Catholic cathedral in Kazakhstan and in Central Asia. The height of its towers is 40 meters.
The Cologne Cathedral in Germany was taken as a model. The design of the cathedral was developed by the German architect Karl-Maria Ruf. Construction continued from 2004 to 2012. Today, it is one of the most magnificent buildings in Karaganda. Karaganda Cathedral on Google Maps. Photos by: Evgeny Tkachenko.
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One Evening on the Roof in Karaganda
No comments · Posted by Sergei Rzhevsky in Cities, Photos, Travel
Karaganda is a city with a population of about half a million people, the capital of the Karaganda region of Kazakhstan.
Today, it is one of the largest industrial, economic, scientific, and cultural centers of the country. Let’s see how the center of Karaganda looks like in the evening. Photos by: Alexandr Kuznetsov.
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Karaganda Regional Central Mosque
No comments · Posted by Sergei Rzhevsky in Photos, Religion, Travel
Karaganda Regional Central Mosque is the fourth largest mosque of Kazakhstan in size and capacity after two mosques in Astana and one in Almaty.
It can accommodate up to 4,000 people, 3,200 in the main hall on the second floor and 800 in the hall for women on the third floor.
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Karaganda Mosque – One of the Largest in Kazakhstan
No comments · Posted by Sergei Rzhevsky in Architecture, Religion
Karaganda regional mosque is one of the largest mosques in Kazakhstan. Its capacity is 4000 people. The mosque is located in ethnic park named “The 10th Anniversary of Independence.”
The opening of the mosque took place November 20, 2011. It is the largest place of worship in central Kazakhstan, the height of the four minarets is 51 meters.
Let’s take a look inside the mosque
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