Cathedral of Our Lady of Sorrows, Baghdad

The Cathedral of Our Lady of Sorrows is the spiritual heart of the Catholic community in Baghdad, being one of the most important places of religious worship in the Iraqi capital. Located in the city center, the temple is not only a house of prayer but also a symbol of perseverance and hope in the face of the difficulties faced by the local Christian community.

The Cathedral, also known as Al-Tahira, which means "Pure" in Arabic, was dedicated to Our Lady of Sorrows, reflecting the suffering of Christians in Iraq. The building stands out for its architecture, which combines elements of traditional Christian art with local influences, reflecting the multiculturalism of the region.

Although it is not a building with as long and tumultuous a history as other well-known cathedrals around the world, the Cathedral of Our Lady of Sorrows has gained significance as a center of religious and cultural life. Inside the cathedral, one can find numerous works of sacred art, which are a testament to the deep faith and artistic heritage of Iraqi Christians.

The Cathedral is a place of regular devotions and masses, which are celebrated both in Arabic and in the traditional liturgical language of Eastern Christians. It was designed to serve not only as a place of prayer but also as a center of dialogue and reconciliation between different religious and ethnic groups in Iraq.