St Andrew's Cathedral, Anglican cathedral in Sydney, Australia
Description
St Andrew's Cathedral is an Anglican cathedral in Gothic Revival style located in the heart of Sydney, Australia. Its walls of brown sandstone rise between tall pointed arches, and inside a richly decorated ceiling vaults over the nave while a large pipe organ dating from 1866 dominates the sanctuary area.
History
The foundation stone was laid in 1837 by James Hume, and construction continued until 1868, making it the first cathedral completed in Australia. Its creation accompanied the early decades of British settlement and shaped the religious landscape of the colony.
Culture
The Cathedral Choir performs at Choral Evensong services several times each week, continuing a centuries-old Anglican singing tradition in Sydney. These services follow the liturgical forms of the Church of England and combine organ music with polyphonic choral singing.
Practical
The cathedral stands on George Street next to Town Hall Station and opens its doors daily for worship services and visits. Wheelchair access is limited, as some areas are reached by steps.
Did you know?
The roof above the nave displays a decorative hammerbeam construction typical of Gothic timber craftsmanship. Along the walls throughout the interior, 27 stained glass windows depict biblical scenes and break the light into colored patterns.
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