St Vincent's Church, Gothic church in Sunday's Well, Cork, Ireland
Description
St Vincent's Church is a Gothic church in Sunday's Well in Cork built from red sandstone with limestone quoins. The interior is structured by green Irish marble columns that separate the nave from the side aisles.
History
The church was built in the 1850s for the Vincentian order and opened in 1856 after construction delays caused by a severe storm. That storm damaged the roof and walls significantly during the building process.
Culture
The stained glass windows inside were designed by Franz Mayer of Munich and show religious artistry from the 1800s. These windows create a striking visual experience as light passes through them during the day.
Practical
The building is now owned by University College Cork and sits on a hill on the north side of the River Lee. The location offers clear views from several directions around the area.
Did you know?
The red sandstone used for construction came from a railway tunnel in Cork and connects the building to local infrastructure development of the time. This ties the church to the broader industrial history of the region.
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