St Columba's Cathedral, Gothic Revival cathedral in Oban, Scotland.
Description
St Columba's Cathedral is a Gothic Revival church located on the Esplanade in Oban, Argyll and Bute, built with distinctive pink Peterhead granite and blue Inverawe granite. The structure rises prominently against the harbor and coastal scenery.
History
The foundation stone was laid in 1932 to replace an earlier corrugated iron building from 1878. Construction finished in 1952 following the designs of architect Giles Gilbert Scott.
Culture
The cathedral serves the Roman Catholic community of the region as their main church and spiritual center. It remains an important gathering place for believers throughout Argyll and the Isles.
Practical
The building welcomes visitors during services and as a place for quiet reflection and viewing. Easy access to the site is available from the harbor area, where the cathedral stands on the waterfront promenade.
Did you know?
The project received funding support from donors in the United States, Canada, and Ireland during its construction period. This international collaboration made the building's completion possible.
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