St. Ferdinand the King Cathedral, Resistencia, Roman Catholic cathedral in Resistencia, Argentina.

St. Ferdinand the King Cathedral is a place of worship in the heart of Resistencia, featuring architectural details from the early 20th century with stained glass windows and ornate religious sculptures. The interior showcases carefully crafted elements that give it the character of a major religious building.

The cathedral was founded as the seat of a diocese established by Pope Pius XII in 1939. Later, Pope John Paul II elevated the diocese to an archdiocese in 1984, reflecting the growing importance of the city in the church's organization.

In 1978, for Resistencia's centenary, the marble works "Inmaculada" and "San Fernando" by sculptor Fabriciano Gómez were placed on the cathedral facade; the National Commission of Monuments declared them national artistic-interest assets. The building itself was declared cultural heritage of Chaco province on 5 May 1999.

The cathedral stands at the corner of Avenida Sarmiento and Calle Mitre in Resistencia, a short walk from the central squares. Interior and exterior renovations begun in late 2008 were scheduled for completion by Easter Sunday 2009, so check locally whether any work is still under way before planning a visit.

The building serves not only as a church but also as the administrative center for an archdiocese covering two provinces. This dual role makes it an important ecclesiastical hub for northern Argentina's religious administration.