Nativity of Our Lady Cathedral, Gothic Revival cathedral in Bang Nok Khwaek, Thailand.
Description
The Nativity of Our Lady Cathedral is a church building featuring Gothic Revival design with pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses throughout its structure. The building showcases the characteristic architectural elements typical of this European style adapted to a Southeast Asian setting.
History
The cathedral was founded in 1890 and constructed over six years by French missionaries, opening on February 2, 1896. The building survived damage during World War II and was later restored to maintain its condition.
Culture
The cathedral functions as the episcopal seat of the Diocese of Ratchaburi, which Pope Paul VI designated as a suffragan of the Archdiocese of Bangkok in 1965.
Practical
The church is accessible to visitors and holds regular services where you can experience the place in action. The location sits near local markets that add to the surrounding neighborhood.
Did you know?
The structure withstood damage during World War II and underwent significant repairs, with the most recent renovation completed in 1994 to maintain its architectural elements.
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