Sacred Heart Cathedral of Yangzhou

The Sacred Heart Cathedral features two granite towers, housing bronze bells from France and displaying intricate Gothic Revival architectural elements throughout the structure.

The construction of the cathedral began in 1861 under Bishop Philippe François Zéphirin Guillemin with financial support from Napoleon III and French Catholic donors.

The cathedral combines Chinese craftsmanship with European architecture, incorporating local building techniques and materials such as glutinous rice mixture instead of cement.

The cathedral provides religious services in multiple languages and welcomes visitors who can access the site through nearby public transportation options.

The foundation stones of the cathedral contain materials from both Rome and Jerusalem, symbolizing the connection between Eastern and Western religious traditions.

Location: Jiangsu

GPS coordinates: 32.39028,119.44694

Latest update: March 4, 2025 11:29