Cathedrale Sainte-Marie
Cathedrale Sainte-Marie, Catholic cathedral in Conakry, Guinea.
The Saint Mary Cathedral rises above the Conakry skyline with its twin towers and white stone facade, marking the center of Catholic worship.
The cathedral construction began in 1928 under the direction of Bishop Raymond René Lérouge and continued throughout the 1930s.
This religious monument serves as the main cathedral for the Archdiocese of Conakry, established in 1897 as the Apostolic Prefecture of French Guinea.
Located near the Presidential Palace and the Ministry of Higher Education, the cathedral maintains regular religious services for its congregation.
The cathedral oversees 32 parishes across a territory of 88,664 square kilometers, serving approximately 170,000 Catholics in Guinea.
Location: Conakry
Address: Kaloum Peninsula, Cathedrale Sante Marie, Conakry, Guinea Conakry
Phone: +224629818884
GPS coordinates: 9.51022,-13.71558
Latest update: March 5, 2025 11:54
Guinea is home to natural sites such as Mount Nimba, the Haut Niger Park, and the Los Islands. Religious buildings include the Grand Mosque of Conakry and the Sainte-Marie Cathedral. The country has several waterfalls, including Voile de la Mariée and Kambadaga. National museums present Guinean history and culture. Traditional markets and Atlantic beaches complete the tourism offerings.
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