St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral: The original cathedral was chartered in 1908, seated 250 and cost about $3,500. Construction of the existing Cathedral began in 1941. It was designed as a replica of St. Sophia of Constantinople. The Cathedral was consecrated during the Epiphany festivities of 1943. It is called one of the most beautiful Orthodox churches in the world. St. Nicholas is home to the largest Epiphany celebration in the United States and the “weeping” icon of St. Nicholas.