Durham Cathedral, Norman cathedral in Durham, England
Durham Cathedral features massive stone columns and intricate vaulted ceilings that extend throughout its 469-foot-long interior space.
Construction of the cathedral began in 1093 under Bishop William de St-Calais, replacing an earlier church that housed Saint Cuthbert's remains.
The cathedral houses the tombs of Saint Cuthbert and Saint Bede, drawing thousands of religious pilgrims to this sacred northern English site.
Visitors can access Durham Cathedral daily from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with guided tours available in multiple languages throughout the day.
The cathedral's ribbed vault system, implemented in 1135, marked the first use of this revolutionary architectural technique in European religious buildings.
Location: City of Durham
Inception: 1093
Architectural style: Norman architecture
Height: 66 m
Length: 143 m
Width: 25 m
Part of: Durham Castle and Cathedral
Website: http://durhamcathedral.co.uk
GPS coordinates: 54.77347,-1.57621
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:48
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