Kadyrov announced the start of construction on the Prince Vladimir Cathedral in Grozny

A ceremony to lay a time capsule in the foundation of a cathedral dedicated to Saint Vladimir, the founder of Rus', was held in the new district named after Russian President Vladimir Putin. This was announced by Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov.

According to him, the Vladimir Cathedral will become an important element of the district's infrastructure. The project is designed to accommodate over 500 parishioners, and its total area will be 441.69 square meters. The architectural design combines the traditions of Russian church architecture with modern technology: a white-stone façade, sparkling golden domes, and a towering cross visible from various parts of the city.

In addition to the cathedral itself, the complex will include a parish building, meeting spaces, a Sunday school, and a landscaped area for various events.

"The construction of a new spiritual center is a significant contribution to the development of the district's infrastructure. Representatives of various nationalities and religions live in the republic, so creating conditions for religious freedom is a priority," Kadyrov noted.

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