"The People's Salvation Cathedral, known as the National Cathedral, was opened after 15 years of construction as worshippers and officials arrived in droves. At its highest point the cathedral stands more than 125 meters (410 feet) and has an interior capacity for 5,000 worshippers in the conservative country. The cathedral's interior has been covered with frescoes and mosaics depicting saints and icons, which cover an area of 17,800 square meters (191,000 square feet), according the National Cathedral's website."
"Construction for the cathedral began in 2010, and its altar was consecrated in 2018. It has so far cost a reported 270 million ($313 million), with the majority having been drawn from public funds. Some works are still yet to be completed. Sunday's service was attended by President Nicusor Dan and Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan. Many worshippers watched via TV screens set up outside the cathedral."
Thousands of pilgrims gathered in Bucharest to consecrate religious paintings inside the People's Salvation Cathedral, attended by worshippers, officials, the president and prime minister. The cathedral reaches more than 125 meters and can hold about 5,000 worshippers. Interior decoration includes frescoes and mosaics covering 17,800 square meters. Construction began in 2010 and the altar was consecrated in 2018, but some work remains incomplete. The project has cost a reported 270 million ($313 million), with most funds coming from public sources. Critics have raised concerns about public spending given Romania's large EU budget deficit, arguing funds could have aided schools and hospitals.
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