Ljubljana Cathedral (Slovene: ljubljanska stolnica), officially named Saint Nicholas's Church (cerkev sv. Nikolaja, unofficially also šenklavška cerkev), also named Saint Nicholas's Cathedral (Slovene: stolnica sv. Nikolaja), the Cathedral of Saint Nicholas, or simply the Cathedral (Stolnica), is a cathedral in Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. Originally, Ljubljana Cathedral was a Gothic church. In the early 18th century, it was replaced by a Baroque building. It is an easily recognizable landmark of the city with its green dome and twin towers and stands at Cyril and Methodius Square (Ciril-Metodov trg) by the nearby Ljubljana Central Market and Town Hall.
The site was originally occupied by an aisled three-nave Romanesque church, the oldest mention of which dates from 1262. It was a succursal church of the ancient Parish of Saint Peter. An extensive fire in 1361 saw it refurbished in the Gothic style but underwent alterations when the Diocese of Ljubljana was established in 1461 and the church became a cathedral. However, in 1469 it was burnt down again. This time, it was suspected to be arson, presumably by the Turks.
Vincent Oliver | Mar 20, 2018
A Baroque church whose detailed impressive interior has several frescoes by Guilio Quaglio. The ceiling is anazing! The relief on the unique main entrance door shows the history of Christianity on Slovenian lands. The side entrance door is a relief showing the 20th century bishops of Lithuania.
Diederik Linders | Sep 4, 2017
Gorgeous little cathedral. Not as pumptous as some bigger cathedral, but very decadent. There is an amazing organ divided into several groups and the sound is magnificent. The entrance door is quite new and depicts a history of Christianity, with on top Pope John Paul 2nd. The cathedral is technically for prayer only so respect and silence is asked. I was saying a prayer while my wife was taking pictures (credits to her for the pictures)
Luca Magi | Jan 1, 2018
Very rich decoration, and a wonderfull organ musical instrumen.
Marcos Westphalen | Jul 16, 2017
ONE OF THE DEFINING LANDMARKS OF LJUBLJANA. WHILE I LIKED THE INTERIOR OF THE CHURCH, I BELIEVE THE CATHEDRAL STANDS OUT MORE FOR IT'S EXTERNAL APPEARANCE WHICH GIVES ITS CHARACTER TO THE CITY.
Samuli Rantanen | Aug 5, 2017
One of the main attractions in old town. Decorative interiors.
Sashi White | Jun 28, 2018
Amazing. In the heart of the city. Worth taking time and really enjoying it.
Catalina Oana Tudor | Jun 17, 2018
Amazing cathedral in downtown Ljubljana. Must see.
Anna Ovchinnikova | Jun 26, 2018
one of the cathedrals in Ljubljana. just in city centre.
Youngwoo, Brian Son | Jul 17, 2018
It is really amazing place. If you entered this cathedral, you could feel something special. In my case, I am not catholic but I could feel peaceful.
hazim hirmz | Aug 8, 2018
Very nice cathedral small but full
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