St. Mary's Basilica

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St. Mary's Basilica, Catholic church in Invercargill, New Zealand.

St. Mary's Basilica features Gothic Revival architecture with pointed arches, stone carvings, and a prominent bell tower reaching 37 meters high.

The construction of St. Mary's Basilica began with Bishop William Murray laying the foundation stone in 1932, following designs by architect Francis Petre.

The basilica contains intricate religious artworks, including paintings, sculptures, and stained glass windows that narrate biblical stories through visual elements.

The church offers guided tours that explain the architectural details, religious symbolism, and historical background of this Category 1 listed heritage site.

The bell tower of St. Mary's Basilica functions as a navigation landmark for ships approaching the southernmost city of New Zealand.

Location: Invercargill City

GPS coordinates: -46.41590,168.35100

Latest update: March 11, 2025 09:54

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