Sacred-Heart of Kaifang Cathedral

The Sacred Heart Cathedral features a basilica structure measuring 34.6 meters in length and 22.7 meters in width, with a total floor area of 619.2 square meters.

Italian Noè Giuseppe Tacconi established the cathedral in 1917 after traveling to the United States to raise funds during the challenges of World War I.

The cathedral maintains a central position in Henan Province's Catholic community, providing regular services and religious ceremonies throughout the liturgical calendar.

The cathedral complex includes a multi-floor bell tower and an episcopal residence, with the main entrance facing south through a series of pointed arch windows.

During the Second Sino-Japanese War in 1937, Bishop Tacconi protected the cathedral by displaying large flags from the bell tower as air raid warning signals.

Location: Henan

Inception: 1917

GPS coordinates: 34.79737,114.35796

Latest update: March 5, 2025 01:45