Romania opens world's biggest Orthodox church

Deutsche Welle (DW)CenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by Kalika Mehta with APOctober 26, 2025 at 09:00 PM

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On October 26, 2025, Romania opened the world's largest Orthodox Christian church after 15 years of construction. The People's Salvation Cathedral, also known as the National Cathedral, can accommodate up to 5,000 worshippers and stands over 125 meters tall. Located in Bucharest, the cathedral features extensive frescoes and mosaics covering nearly 18,000 square meters. President Nicusor Dan and Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan attended the opening ceremony, which was also viewed by thousands via TV screens outside due to space limitations. The project cost approximately €270 million, primarily funded through public funds, sparking criticism in a country with one of the largest budget deficits in the EU.

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