Saint Sophia Cathedral

Saint Sophia Cathedral is a former Russian Orthodox cathedral in Harbin, representing the city's unique Russian heritage. Built in 1907, it is now a m...

Harbin
1 hour visit
4.2 rating
cultural

About Saint Sophia Cathedral

Saint Sophia Cathedral is a former Russian Orthodox cathedral in Harbin, representing the city's unique Russian heritage. Built in 1907, it is now a museum showcasing Harbin's multicultural history.

Historical Background

Built by Russian engineers in 1907 during the construction of the Chinese Eastern Railway, the cathedral served the large Russian community in Harbin. It represents the unique cultural blend that characterizes the city.

Rating

4.2/5.0

Duration

1 hour

Price

¥20

Category

cultural

Key Highlights

What makes Saint Sophia Cathedral special

Beautiful Russian Orthodox architecture

Historic significance of Russian-Chinese relations

Museum of Harbin's multicultural history

Distinctive onion domes and Byzantine style

Central location in old Harbin district

Facilities

Museum displays
Photography area
Gift shop

Visitor Tips

Visit the surrounding old Russian quarter. Best photographed from the square in front.

Restrictions

Respectful behavior in former religious site, no flash photography inside

Visit Information

Opening Hours

Weekdays: 08:30-17:00

Weekends: 08:30-17:00

Holidays: 08:30-17:00

Ticket Prices

Adult: ¥20

Student: ¥10

Child: Free

Address

Toulong St, Daoli District, Harbin

How to Get There

Subway

Line 1 to Museum Station

Bus

1, 5, 61, 113

Taxi

Central Harbin location

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