"Thousands of pilgrims flocked to Romania's capital to consecrate religious paintings inside the world's largest Orthodox Christian church. 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."
"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 attended the consecration of religious paintings inside the People's Salvation Cathedral in Bucharest after 15 years of construction. The cathedral reaches more than 125 meters in height and can hold 5,000 worshippers. Its interior is covered with frescoes and mosaics depicting saints and icons across 17,800 square meters. Construction began in 2010 and the altar was consecrated in 2018. The project has cost a reported 270 million ($313 million), with the majority drawn from public funds, and some work remains unfinished. The consecration was attended by the president and prime minister, while critics object to use of public money amid a large budget deficit.
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