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Galway Cathedral
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Snoozles
January 4, 2017
One of the largest and most impressive buildings in the city, it's open until 6:30pm each day to view.
Tigh Tommy Connolly
June 7, 2019
DescriptionThe Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and St Nicholas, commonly known as Galway Cathedral, is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Galway, Ireland, and one of the largest and most impressive buildings in the city. Construction began in 1958 on the site of the old city prison.
Eleanor
June 25, 2016
Stunning cathedral in the heart of Galway.
Cara
March 9, 2022
Beautiful architecture. impressive cathedral right in centre of the city. Right next to University and wonderful river walkways.
Ailish
July 1, 2019
The Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and St Nicholas (Irish language: Ard-Eaglais Mhaighdean na Deastógála agus Naomh Nioclás), commonly known as Galway Cathedral, is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Galway City, and one of its largest and most impressive buildings.. Construction began in 1958 on the site of the old city Gaol. It was completed in 1965, making it the last great stone cathedral to be built in Europe. It was dedicated, jointly, to Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and to St. Nicholas. The architect of the cathedral was John J. Robinson, who had previously designed many churches in Dublin and around the country. The architecture of the cathedral draws on many influences. The dome and pillars reflect a Renaissance style. Other features, including the rose windows and mosaics, echo the broad tradition of Christian art. The cathedral dome, at a height of 44.2 metres (145 ft), is a prominent landmark on the city skyline.
The Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and St Nicholas (Irish language: Ard-Eaglais Mhaighdean na Deastógála agus Naomh Nioclás), commonly known as Galway Cathedral, is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Galway City, and one of its largest and most impressive buildings.. Construction began in 195…
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