Catedrala Sfântul Dumitru

Saint Demetrius Cathedral is the metropolitan cathedral of Craiova and one of the most important Orthodox foundations in Oltenia. Raised on the site of a much older church linked to the Craiovesti family and to the medieval history of the town, the present building was rebuilt in the second half of the 19th century in the Neo-Byzantine style, to the plans of the French architect André Lecomte du Noüy, well known for his restorations in Romania. The interior is impressive for its mural painting, its richly carved iconostasis and the solemn atmosphere of the space.

The cathedral holds relics and valuable liturgical objects and remains a spiritual landmark for the local community. Standing in the historic centre of Craiova, near other significant monuments, it is easy to include in a walk through the city. Visitors are asked to respect the dress and quiet appropriate to a place of worship, especially during services.