Holy Trinity Cathedral, Anglican cathedral in Parnell, Auckland, New Zealand
Holy Trinity Cathedral is an Anglican cathedral in Parnell, a residential suburb of Auckland, New Zealand. It serves as the mother church of the Anglican Diocese of Auckland and the seat of the Bishop of Auckland, and its main building was consecrated in 1973.
The land for the cathedral was bought by Bishop George Selwyn in 1843, but the first foundation stone was not laid until 1957. The main building was consecrated in 1973, and the cathedral was finally consecrated in 2017 after a long journey to completion.
The cathedral is a gathering place for the Anglican community and hosts concerts and community events. Its wooden predecessor, St Mary's Church, was moved across Parnell Road in 1982 and now stands beside the cathedral, still used for services and gatherings.
The cathedral sits at the corner of Parnell Road and St Stephen's Avenue, an easy walk from the shops and cafes of Parnell. Visitors can enter through the main doors on Parnell Road, and the site is generally open during daylight hours.
The cathedral's design combines two very different architectural styles, with a pointed roof featuring three peaks and two main entrances. The east and west wings have stained glass windows that are best seen from inside when the sun is low.
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