Assumpta Cathedral, Owerri, Catholic cathedral in Owerri, Nigeria.
The Maria Assumpta Cathedral features a Renaissance architectural design with a Greek cross layout and four naves of equal length intersecting at the center.
Construction of the cathedral began in 1954 under Bishop Joseph Whelan's leadership, with completion delayed by the Nigerian Civil War until its dedication in 1980.
The cathedral serves as the main church of the Metropolitan Archdiocese of Owerri, offering four different Mass times every Sunday for the local Catholic community.
The building accommodates 3000 worshippers and features a central altar beneath a 120-foot-high dome with a diameter of 101 feet.
The cathedral's marble floors and reinforced concrete structure were designed by Irish priest Christopher King, who supervised the entire construction project.
Location: Owerri
GPS coordinates: 5.48892,7.02174
Latest update: March 6, 2025 10:29
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