Name: St. Catherine's Orthodox Church (Pärnu)
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1. Historic Architecture of Pärnu loop from Kesklinn

10.3km

02:37

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2. Pärnu Tallinn Gate – Pärnu Breakwater loop from Kesklinn

5.42km

01:22

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3. St. Elizabeth's Church (Pärnu) – Former Town Hall of Pärnu loop from Vana-Pärnu

9.52km

02:25

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Wanderhase🐰

February 5, 2025

St. Catherine's Church, completed in 1768, is the most authentic and magnificent Baroque church in Estonia. The design of the facade is typical of the Baroque style. It is in relief and consists of several parts, the slender tips of the tower roofs give the building lightness and solemnity.

Since the church was built a century earlier than most Orthodox churches, it differs in its architecture and at the same time influenced the development of Orthodox church architecture throughout the Baltics.

Interesting to know: St. Catherine's Church in Pärnu was built on the instigation of the Russian Tsarina Catherine II and was also financed by her. The Russian community of Pärnu is still active in the church today.

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Beyond the Horizon

October 11, 2024

The Russian Orthodox Church in Pärnu exudes a quiet elegance that immediately catches the eye. With its green onion domes and bright facades, it blends gently into the cityscape without being obtrusive. The typical Russian domes give the building a characteristic silhouette that you can recognize from afar.

As you approach the old town through the small streets, you will notice how the church flashes out between the houses. It is a place that breathes history - from the time when Pärnu was still part of the Tsarist Empire to today. The quiet atmosphere around the church invites you to linger for a moment to explore the architectural details or simply enjoy a moment of silence.

The surrounding buildings in the typical wooden house style of the region are a reminder that different eras and cultures meet here.

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Location: Pärnu, Estonia

St. Catherine's Orthodox Church (Pärnu)

1. Historic Architecture of Pärnu loop from Kesklinn

2. Pärnu Tallinn Gate – Pärnu Breakwater loop from Kesklinn

3. St. Elizabeth's Church (Pärnu) – Former Town Hall of Pärnu loop from Vana-Pärnu

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