St Patrick's Cathedral, Gothic Revival cathedral in East Melbourne, Australia
St Patrick's Cathedral exhibits three tall spires constructed from bluestone, with the central spire reaching a height of 105 meters above Melbourne's landscape.
The construction started in 1858 under architect William Wardell, faced delays during the 1890s economic depression, and reached completion in 1939 under Archbishop Mannix.
The cathedral choir, established in 1939, maintains musical traditions with students from St Kevin's College performing during religious ceremonies throughout the year.
The cathedral opens daily for visitors and holds regular Catholic services, offering guided tours that explain the architectural features and religious significance.
The bells of the cathedral, acquired from Europe in the 1850s, continue to ring for New Year celebrations and other commemorative events.
Location: City of Melbourne
Inception: 1858
Architects: William Wardell
Architectural style: Gothic Revival
Height: 105 m
Made from material: bluestone
Address: 1 Cathedral Place, East Melbourne VIC 3002 3002 East Melbourne
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 07:00-17:30; Saturday-Sunday 07:00-19:30
Phone: +61396622233
Website: https://cam1.org.au/cathedral
GPS coordinates: -37.81010,144.97600
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:40
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