Roman Catholic Church of Tonga

The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception of Mary features stained glass windows depicting biblical stories and maintains gardens surrounding the main structure.

The cathedral's construction began in 1977 through volunteer efforts from the local community and reached completion in 1980, marking a milestone for Tongan Catholics.

The cathedral incorporates traditional Tongan architectural elements within its religious design, reflecting the connection between local heritage and Catholic traditions.

Regular Mass services take place at the cathedral, which welcomes both congregation members and visitors throughout the week for prayer and reflection.

Pope John Paul II designated this religious building as a basilica, establishing its position as a central Catholic institution in the Pacific region.

Location: Nuku'alofa

GPS coordinates: -21.14083,-175.18167

Latest update: March 3, 2025 17:58