Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Roman Catholic cathedral in Beijing, China
The three-story stone building features gray brick walls, curved carvings, colored glass windows, and a prominent cross at its peak.
Originally established in 1605 by Italian missionary Matteo Ricci, the current Baroque structure was constructed in 1904 following multiple reconstructions.
The cathedral continues to serve as the primary seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Beijing, conducting regular masses and religious ceremonies.
The cathedral opens daily from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with guided tours available in multiple languages and special services during Christian holidays.
Twenty-four official visits by Emperor Shunzhi in the 1650s demonstrated the exceptional status of this religious structure in imperial China.
Location: Beijing
Inception: 1904
Architectural style: baroque architecture
GPS coordinates: 39.89946,116.36929
Latest update: May 17, 2025 07:06
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