The Swedish Church

The Swedish Church in St. Petersburg is named after St. Catherine. Built in pseudo-Romanesque style. It began to function in the late 17th century. At that time, the Swedish settlement of Nienshanz was located at the mouth of the Neva. Local residents built a cathedral church. After the Northern War, it was moved to the main pharmacy. And only in 1734 the Swedish community Empress Anna was allocated a plot in the area of Nevsky Prospekt. Here built a cross-shaped temple with a tower. Eventually an altar was added. The author of the project is Y.Felten. The modern building dates back to 1856. It is more massive, with choirs and organ. Its creator is considered the architect Carl Andersen. During the Soviet period, the church ceased to function. Renewed its work in the early 90s of the 20th century, in 2004 a restoration was carried out. The service in Swedish takes place twice a month. Cultural events are also held here. Get by metro or bus to the stop "Nevsky Prospect" or "Gostiny Dvor". Walk on.