Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, Douala
Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, Douala, Catholic cathedral in Douala, Cameroon
The Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul features a cruciform layout with twin towers flanking the central entrance and a Byzantine-style dome.
French Spiritan fathers completed the construction of the cathedral in 1936, following the departure of Pallottin missionaries after World War I.
The cathedral functions as the central church for the Archdiocese of Douala, hosting religious services and community gatherings for the local Catholic population.
The cathedral maintains dedicated entrances for visitors with mobility requirements and remains open throughout regular worship hours and scheduled events.
The cathedral combines Byzantine architectural elements with neo-Roman design features, including specific columns and a prominent front porch structure.
Location: Douala
Location: Littoral
Inception: 1936
Address: Rue Joss Douala Douala
Phone: +237690905008
GPS coordinates: 4.04417,9.69250
Latest update: March 4, 2025 17:25
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