Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and St Nicholas, Galway, Catholic cathedral in Galway, Ireland.
The cathedral features a Renaissance Revival dome reaching 44.2 meters high, with stone pillars and round arches defining its architectural structure.
Construction began in 1958 on the former city prison grounds, making it the last major stone cathedral built in Europe upon completion in 1965.
The adult choir performs during ceremonies and services, incorporating Gregorian chants and Irish traditional music into their extensive repertoire.
Daily masses take place in both English and Irish languages, with multiple services scheduled throughout Sundays and a Saturday evening vigil.
The cathedral contains a pipe organ built by Rushworth & Dreaper in 1966, featuring three manuals and 59 speaking stops for services and concerts.
Location: Galway
Inception: 1958
Official opening: 1965
Architectural style: Renaissance Revival architecture
Made from material: brick
Website: https://galwaycathedral.ie
GPS coordinates: 53.27528,-9.05750
Latest update: March 3, 2025 14:53
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