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👍👍 St Paul's Cathedral is a cathedral in Tirana, Albania. It belongs to the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Tiranë-Durrës. The stained glass window to the left of the front door features Pope John Paul II and Mother Teresa. Also a statue of Mother Teresa can be found at the entrance of the cathedral. It... People often mention Catholic, Tirana, Paul, Teresa, Cathedral, church, Mother, cathedral, modern, Katedralja,


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Bulevardi Zhan d'Ark, Tirana, Albania

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4.60 (166 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 7 AM to 7 PM
  • Thursday: 7 AM to 7 PM
  • Friday: 7 AM to 7 PM
  • Saturday: 7 AM to 7 PM
  • Sunday: 7 AM to 7 PM
  • Monday: 7 AM to 7 PM
  • Tuesday: 7 AM to 7 PM

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  • 5/5 Marlind G. 3 years ago on Google • 91 reviews
    St Paul's Cathedral is a cathedral in Tirana, Albania. It belongs to the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Tiranë-Durrës. The stained glass window to the left of the front door features Pope John Paul II and Mother Teresa. Also a statue of Mother Teresa can be found at the entrance of the cathedral. It is a modern-looking building and does not resemble a traditional church. 1993, he laid the cornerstone for the church. It was inaugurated on 26 January 2002. The cathedral is built using a combined triangle and circle shape, representing the Trinity and God's Eternity respectively, and features a relatively plain interior. At the back is a baptismal font with a Paschal candle. A statue of the apostle Paul is set on the top of the building. Content is available under CC BY-SA 3.0
    23 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Cesar Garcia de leaniz b. 1 month ago on Google • 821 reviews New
    The cathedral is built in a combined shape of triangle and circle, representing the Holy Trinity and the Eternity of God respectively, and features a relatively simple interior. Completed in 2001, it has a stained glass window representing Pope John Paul II and Mother Teresa of Calcutta. In the back there is a baptismal font with an Easter candle. At the top of the building there is a statue of the apostle Paul. When Pope John Paul II visited Albania in 1993, he laid the foundation stone of the church. It was formally inaugurated on January 26, 2002.

  • 5/5 Rebecca Z. 1 year ago on Google
    English mass is at 9am on Sunday.
    10 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Roberto Rodríguez P. 1 year ago on Google • 436 reviews
    Beautiful and impressive cathedral located in the heart of Tirana. The architecture and design are stunning, and the cathedral is full of history and character. The interior is particularly impressive, with ornate details and beautiful stained glass windows. I appreciated the peaceful and serene atmosphere of the cathedral.

  • 5/5 Damon L. 5 years ago on Google • 320 reviews
    Mother Teresa, now Saint Teresa, was born in Serbia to Albanian parents or something like that. Inside this spacious and lovely church they have a mural tribute made out of seashells on the wall to the back left. Out in front of the church is another tribute, a statue and placard. And the stained glass windows are great, the midday sun illuminating them across the floor.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Laura C. 2 months ago on Google • 318 reviews New
    I didn't know Santa Theresa was albanian

  • 3/5 Michal M. 4 years ago on Google • 234 reviews
    The inside of the church is interesting, the street elevation is a bit boring.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Vanessa P. 2 months ago on Google • 188 reviews New
    Catholic cathedral in the center of Tirana.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mario Pedro V. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) One of the senses wishes of Saint Teresa of Calcutta ... (Original) Uno de los sentidos deseos de Santa Teresa de Calcuta...
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Jorge S. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Church too modern, without spirit in my opinion. Newly built, it does not invite prayer. Dedicated to Mother Teresa. (Original) Iglesia demasiado moderna, sin espíritu en mi opinión. Recién construida, no invita a la oración. Dedicada a la madre Teresa.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anthony L. 3 months ago on Google • 122 reviews New
    A very nice tranquil place. A local nun took time to chat with us here.

  • 5/5 Dana L. 5 months ago on Google • 23 reviews
    Thank I for telling the mass is in English at 9am sunday
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Emiljan L. 8 months ago on Google
    The best church in Albania Great service.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 TRAVELING B. 2 years ago on Google
    Mother Teresa, She was actually born in Albania, You can get her history over here in this church It's beautiful inside
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Turisti S. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Catholic Cathedral She Pali is one of the most beautiful churches in Albania. (Original) Katedralja Katolike She Pali Tirane nje nga kishat me te mbedha ne Shqiperi.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Blerim M. 7 years ago on Google
    Modern Architecture Cathedral
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Şoreş Y. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A very nice place. (Original) Çok güzel bir yer.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nickola S. 5 years ago on Google
    Amazing. New. Very few old religious places in post-communist Albania
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 enriko d. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) St. Paul's Cathedral is a landmark for the capital's Catholic believers but remains a place where everyone is welcome. Although the building is very young, the St. Paul's Cathedral in Tirana, otherwise known as the Catholic Cathedral, stands out for its unique style of architecture. The object preaches Christianity and entices believers to celebrate God's love. (Original) Katedralja e Shën Palit është pikë referimi per besimtarët katolikë të kryeqytetit por mbetet një vend ku të gjithë janë të mirëpritur. Pavarësisht se ndërtesa është shumë e re në moshë, Katedralja e Shën Palit në Tiranë, e njohur ndryshe dhe si Katedralja Katolike, dallohet për stilin e saj unik të arkitekturës. Objekti kumton krishterimin dhe ndjell besimtarët për të kremtuar dashurinë e Zotit.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ok U. 4 years ago on Google
    A nice Catholic Church in the middle of Tirana! Dedicated to St. Paul. There is a statue of mother Theresa outside. You can visit every day and it's open.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Baiba R. 1 year ago on Google • 70 reviews
    Simple, but very nice and modern.

  • 5/5 Hovhannes M. 6 months ago on Google • 66 reviews
    Katedralja katolike Shën Pali, the Catholic Cathedral of St. Paul, is a splendid religious edifice nestled in Tirana. This beautifully designed cathedral showcases the architectural grandeur of Albania's Catholic community. With its neo-Romanesque and neo-Gothic elements, it stands as a testament to both faith and craftsmanship. The interior, adorned with intricate stained glass windows and religious artwork, offers a serene space for worship and contemplation. The cathedral's significance extends beyond its religious role, as it plays a vital part in preserving the cultural and historical heritage of Albania's Catholic community. Whether you're a devout Catholic or an admirer of architectural beauty, St. Paul's Cathedral is a captivating destination in Tirana worth exploring.

  • 5/5 Julian Ruçi (. 2 years ago on Google • 57 reviews
    Saint Paul Cathedral in Tirana, is a new modern church built after the fall of communism in Albania.

  • 5/5 Robert P. 3 months ago on Google • 17 reviews New
    1. arrival in Tirana and first going to pray in the cathedral. The yard is open for parking and that's great because parking is a big problem in Tirana.

  • 5/5 Hemanth K. 1 year ago on Google
    Catholic Church to attend mass in Tirana

  • 3/5 Gus T. 1 year ago on Google • 3 reviews
    The priest (from Belgium) was a very friendly and kind soul. We met with another member of the clergy (Henry from Holland) who I found a bit judgemental and cold in my inquiry of obtaining a conditional baptism. He did not make us feel the warmth and welcome that we are used to receiving in Catholic Churches around the world. The church is beautiful however, it was a bit of a letdown seeing firsthand the red tape of the Catholic Church when it comes to baptism records and lack of forthcoming help in conditional baptism. I felt the priest had no say in such matters instead, we were told an approval and meeting with the bishop was required in order for one to obtain a conditional baptism. We traveled over 3000 miles and ran into a brick wall of church bureaucracy. In closing, as much as we loved the priest, it’s disappointing that a church in Albania cannot find a local Albanian priest but is run by foreign members of the clergy.

  • 3/5 Matti M. 1 year ago on Google
    For my personal view, it's a nice and new Catholic Church but too modern.

  • 3/5 Edin K. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice Catholic Church

  • 5/5 Michael P. 10 months ago on Google
    I'm an Albanian Roman Catholic Christian and will always go to pray at Catholic Cathedral St. Paul.

  • 5/5 Nelson I. 2 years ago on Google
    Solemn place for prayer specially for tourist like us😍

  • 5/5 Vasken S. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The Catholic Church of St. Paul was built at the end of 2001. It is one of the newest cathedrals and at the same time the largest in Tirana. Its name remembers Apostle Paul as the first evangelizer of Albanian lands in 52 AD. In a letter to the Romans, St. Paul states that "... has led the holy word to Illyrians ...". In the premises of the church is a statue of Mother Teresa. Also, her figure is also found in the glass in one of the cathedral venues. (Original) Kisha Katolike e Shën Palit u ndërtua në fund të vitit 2001. Ajo është ndër katedralet më të reja dhe njëkohësisht më e madhja në Tiranë. Emri i saj kujton Apostulin Pal si ungjillizuesin e parë të trojeve shqiptare, në vitin 52 pas Krishtit. Në një letër drejtuar romakëve, Shën Pali deklaron se “… ka çuar fjalën e shenjtë deri në Iliri…”. Në ambientet e kishës është një statujë e Nënë Terezës. Gjithashtu, figura e saj gjendet e punuar edhe në xham në njërën nga ambientet e katedrales.

  • 5/5 Bleta D. 7 years ago on Google
    Great Architecture, which echos the faith... Mother Theresa statue is located in the entrance, it's worthy to visit the whole Cathedral Complex.

  • 5/5 Joanne H. 4 years ago on Google
    Statue of Mother Theresa outside, as well as a picture made out of shells inside. Check out the stained glass windows which include Mother Theresa, Pope John Paul II, and Pope Francis.

  • 4/5 mustafa k. 5 years ago on Google
    A modern one

  • 5/5 gentian d. 4 years ago on Google
    Religious site

  • 4/5 Anton G. 8 years ago on Google
    New and modern church.

  • 4/5 Vjollca d. 7 years ago on Google
    Very frequented place not only by religious. Tourist groups like to visit it.

  • 5/5 Josip M. 6 years ago on Google
    Beautiful, peaceful, friendly :).

  • 5/5 Miki �. 7 years ago on Google
    very nice building

  • 5/5 Erald H. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) St. Paul's Cathedral is a landmark for the capital's Catholic believers but remains a place where everyone is welcome. Although the building is very young, the St. Paul's Cathedral in Tirana, otherwise known as the Catholic Cathedral, stands out for its unique style of architecture. The object preaches Christianity and entices believers to celebrate God's love. (Original) Katedralja e Shën Palit është pikë referimi per besimtarët katolikë të kryeqytetit por mbetet një vend ku të gjithë janë të mirëpritur. Pavarësisht se ndërtesa është shumë e re në moshë, Katedralja e Shën Palit në Tiranë, e njohur ndryshe dhe si Katedralja Katolike, dallohet për stilin e saj unik të arkitekturës. Objekti kumton krishterimin dhe ndjell besimtarët për të kremtuar dashurinë e Zotit.

  • 3/5 Domingo David Carrasco L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Modern Catholic Cathedral, dedicated to Mother Teresa of Calcutta. It is located in the city of Tirana. Near this you can see the Tabak bridge, the pyramid and a mosque. It is located on a large avenue. If you go through this place, stop by. It's free. (Original) Catedral católica moderna, dedicada a la madre Teresa de Calcuta. Se encuentra en la ciudad de Tirana. Cerca de esta se puede ver el puente de Tabak, la pirámide y una mezquita. Está situada en una gran avenida. Si vas por este lugar pasate por allí. Es gratis.

  • 4/5 Seçkin U. 4 years ago on Google
    New and nice church. There are a lot of nice pictures inside it

  • 5/5 M. M. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Much devotion Worthwhile place. Saint Teresa of Calcutta. (Original) Mucha devoción. Lugar que merece la pena. Santa Teresa de Calcuta.

  • 5/5 Алена �. 6 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful, modern temple. Very emotional sculpture of Mother Teresa at the entrance. (Original) Красивый, современный храм. Очень душевная скульптура матери Терезы при входе.

  • 5/5 Serge B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It remains the interior decoration to finish. Very nice modern place (Original) Il reste la déco interne a terminer. Très beau lieu moderne

  • 4/5 Santiago S. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Curious monument (Original) Curioso monumento.

  • 5/5 Mark H. 4 years ago on Google
    Good to visit

  • 5/5 Arban S. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) St. Paul's Cathedral of Tirana was built in late 2001 and is one of the most famous cathedrals in Tirana and the largest in Tirana. Her name remembers Apostle Paul as the first evangelizer of Albanian lands, in 52 AD. In a letter to the Romans, Saint Paul states that "... has led the sanctuary to Illyria ..." The Catholic Cathedral of Tirana has a rather simple exterior beside the statue of Shen Paul located on the roof, but in the interior there is a very impressive and concrete architecture. Inside is the monument of Mother Teresa and John Paul II. (Original) Katedralja e Shen Palit e Tiranes u ndertua ne fund te vitit 2001 dhe eshte nder me te rejat Katedrale dhe me e madhja ne Tirane. Emri i saj kujton Apostulin Pal si ungjillizuesin e pare te trojeve shqiptare, ne vitin 52 pas Krishtit. Ne nje leter drejtuar romakeve, Shen Pali deklaron se “… ka çuar fjalen e shenjte deri ne Iliri…” Katedralja Katolike e Tiranes ka nje pamje te jashtme mjaft te thjeshte perveç statujes se Shen Palit e vendosur ne çati, por ne ambjentet e brendshme ka nje arkitekture mjaft mbreselenese dhe konkrete. Ne brendesi te saj ndodhet monumenti i Nene Terezes dhe i Gjon Palit te dyte.

  • 5/5 Кирилл �. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very beautiful and peaceful place. (Original) Очень красивое и спокойное место.

  • 4/5 Marcos L. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The Catholic Cathedral of St Paul was completed in the year 2001; It is worth visiting to contemplate a modern church, with the stone figure of Teresa de Calcuta at the entrance. (Original) La catedral católica de St Paul fue terminada en el año 2001; no está de más visitarla para contemplar una iglesia moderna, con la figura de piedra de Teresa de Calcuta en la entrada.

  • 5/5 Konstantin M. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very interesting design. (Original) Очень интересный дизайн.

  • 5/5 Arian G. 6 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) To visit, a quiet place to pray and tune in to God. (Original) Da visitare, un posto tranquillo per pregare e entrare in sintonia con Dio.

  • 5/5 Boiken S. 6 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Finally a modern Church, we hope that the mentality also changes affects many things! (Original) Finalmente una Chiesa moderna, auguriamo che cambiano anche la mentalità riguarda molte cose !


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