St. Andrew's Cathedral, Roman Catholic cathedral in Victoria, Canada
St. Andrew's Cathedral is a Roman Catholic church in Victoria with asymmetrical towers, the main spire reaching about 53 meters high. The interior is illuminated by numerous stained glass windows that cast colored light throughout the space.
The cathedral was completed in 1892 and was the third major church structure built in Victoria. It was designed by French architects Maurice Perrault and Albert Mesnard.
The cathedral displays artworks from Northwest Coast Indigenous peoples, including a carved lectern by Roy Henry Vickers and bentwood boxes with seasonal patterns for church celebrations. These pieces are visible upon entry and shape the character of the interior.
The interior is open to visitors who can sit and explore the windows and artworks at their own pace. It helps to allow time to view the details of the stained glass and the Indigenous art pieces throughout.
The cathedral houses a crypt beneath the church where three former Bishops of Victoria are buried, including Modeste Demers and Charles John Seghers. This burial chamber is often overlooked by visitors walking through the main space.
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