Sarajevo

Church of the Nativity of the Theotokos (Saborna Crkva Rođenja Presvete Bogorodice)

About the Church of the Nativity of the Theotokos (Saborna Crkva Rođenja Presvete Bogorodice), the Church of the Nativity of the Theotokos is an important religious and historical building located in Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. This church, also known as the "Sarajevo Cathedral" among the public, was built in the 19th century. The full name of the church is "Saborna Crkva Rođenja Presvete Bogorodice" and literally means "Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary".

Built in neo-Gothic style, the church was built for the Catholic community in Bosnia-Herzegovina during the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Built between 1869 and 1889, the church was officially opened by Austro-Hungarian Emperor Franz Joseph I. The architectural details of the church bear the characteristics of the Gothic style, but are also decorated with Ottoman period and Eastern style elements. This is a rich reflection of the historical and cultural structure of Sarajevo. The Church of the Nativity of the Theotokos is one of the symbolic buildings of Sarajevo, offering visitors the opportunity to discover the religious and historical heritage of the city.