Timișoara Metropolitan Cathedral
Catedrala Mitropolitană din Timișoara
One of Romania’s tallest churches. Its colorful glazed-tile roof and 11 towers blend Byzantine and Moldavian styles.
Built between 1936 and 1946, the cathedral stands about 90 meters tall. Its roof is covered with colored glazed tiles arranged in geometric patterns, making it the city’s most striking landmark. The interior murals are dazzling with gold, and the crypt holds a collection of religious art. In December 1989, protesters were shot at on the church steps, and a memorial now stands in front. Admission is free. It is generally open from about 7:00 to 20:00. Visitors should dress modestly and keep quiet during services. It stands at the south end of Victory Square, right next to the Bega Canal.
Opening hours
About 07:00–20:00
Nearby sights
- Victory Square
- Huniade Castle
- Central Park "Anton Scudier"
- National Theatre & Opera House
- Bega Canal Promenade
- Liberty Square
- Cetate Synagogue
- Roses Park