The cathedral serves as the final resting place of Saint Vsevolod-Gavriil, the protector of the Pskov Republic.
The current building replaced a wooden structure that burned down in 1682.
Its architecture follows the traditional Moscow style of the late 17th century, featuring five domes atop a high base.
The cathedral walls reach a thickness of up to 2 meters in certain sections.
It survived the German occupation during World War II, during which the original iconostasis was removed and later recovered.
The Svyato-Troitskiy Kafedral'nyy Sobor, or Trinity Cathedral, is the primary religious structure within the Pskov Kremlin, historically serving as the spiritual heart of the Pskov Republic. The current four-pillared, white-stone building is the fourth iteration of the cathedral, completed in 1699. It stands 72 meters high and features a characteristic multi-domed roof structure. The interior houses a massive iconostasis containing historic icons from the 16th to 18th centuries. The cathedral serves as the burial place for Pskov princes, including Vsevolod-Gavriil and Dovmont. It is an active Orthodox cathedral and the seat of the Pskov Eparchy. The structure is integrated into the defensive walls of the Krom, overlooking the confluence of the Velikaya and Pskova rivers.
From the opposite bank of the Velikaya River to capture the cathedral rising above the Kremlin walls.
Visit during a liturgy to hear the traditional Russian Orthodox choral music.
Respect the ongoing religious services by remaining in the designated areas for tourists.
Check the exterior masonry for historical bullet marks from 20th-century conflicts.
Attempting to photograph monks or parishioners during prayer; wearing shorts or sleeveless clothing.
Modest dress required; women are expected to cover their heads and men must remove hats; refrain from photography during services.
