Another beauty that we is a must see in Sydney - St. Mary's Cathedral!
I will let you be the judge based on these photos...
St Mary’s Cathedral stands in the centre of Sydney as a Christian statement of grace and beauty. Generations of artists have bequeathed to it their magnificent gifts in stone and glass, designing a unique space of solace and prayer within this vibrant city. This Cathedral represents the spiritual origins of the Catholic Church in Australia. SOURCE.
It is one of Sydney's most treasured historic buildings and one of the finest examples of English-style gothic churches in the world. William Wilkinson Wardell, the 19th century architect, dreamed of a gothic structure shaped from the local yellow-block sandstone on which this city is built. The building was finally completed 100 years after the architect's death. The Cathedral is dedicated to Mary Help of Christians. SOURCE.
St Mary’s Cathedral is the spiritual home of Sydney’s Catholic community. It is the seat of the Archbishop of Sydney, and stands on the site of the first Catholic Chapel in Australia. SOURCE.
Constructed in local sandstone, the “Gothic Revival” style of its architecture is reminiscent of the great medieval cathedrals of Europe. SOURCE.
The foundation stone for the first St Mary’s Cathedral was laid on 29th October, 1821 by Governor Macquarie. On 29th June, 1865, the church caught fire and was destroyed. William Wilkinson Wardell was commissioned by Archbishop Polding to design a new St. Mary’s. Archbishop Polding laid the foundation stone for the present cathedral in 1868. SOURCE.
Aaah, it was indeed a beauty! These photos didn't do justice though...
I just wish I could have captured this beauty more. Best to see it yourself!
Want to check it out as well? Here are more details:
Opening Times:
Cathedral is open before first Mass and until after the last Mass each day.
Monday to Friday: Mass – 06.45, 13.10, 17.30
Saturday: Mass – 09.00, 12.10, 18.00pm
Sunday: Mass – 07.00am, 09.00am, 10.30am, 18.00pm
Public Holidays: Mass – 09.00am, 12.10pm
There are guided tours of the cathedral every Sunday at 12noon
Location
College Street, opposite Hyde Park
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