Shrine of Our Lady of the Cedars, Maronite Catholic temple in Woodlands, Johannesburg, South Africa
The Shrine of Our Lady of the Cedars is a religious center in Woodmead featuring architectural elements inspired by Lebanon. The building displays design characteristics that reflect the sacred tradition of the region.
The shrine was founded in the 1990s and marked the growth of a Maronite Catholic community in the Johannesburg region. Its establishment reflected the arrival of a larger Lebanese population in South Africa.
The shrine serves as a gathering place for Johannesburg's Lebanese community and maintains Eastern Catholic traditions from the Mediterranean region. Visitors can experience religious practices and customs rooted in the Levantine tradition.
The shrine is located in Woodmead and welcomes visitors throughout the week. Plan your visit around the regular services held for the congregation to ensure a respectful experience.
The shrine houses a replica of the renowned Lebanese Mary sanctuary. This connection allows South African worshippers to maintain a spiritual link to their Mediterranean origins.
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