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Designed and built (1675–1710) under the supervision of Sir Christopher Wren, it combines Neoclassical, Gothic, and Baroque elements. Saint Paul’s Cathedral, in London, cathedral of the Anglican bishop. It is located within the central City of London, atop Ludgate Hill and northeast of Blackfriars.
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St Paul's Cathedral is an Anglican cathedral in London, England, the seat of the Bishop of London. The cathedral serves as the mother church of the Diocese of London. It is on Ludgate Hill at the highest point of the City of London. Its dedication in honour of Paul the Apostle dates back to the original church on this site, founded in AD 604.
Discover the stunning architecture and rich history of St. Paul's Cathedral, a masterpiece of Baroque style designed by Sir Christopher Wren. Explore the cathedral's impressive façade, iconic dome, ornate decorations, and intricate carvings, and learn why it is one of London's most iconic landmarks.
Explore the rich and fascinating history of St. Paul's Cathedral, from its origins in the medieval period to its destruction in the Great Fire of London, and its rebuilding by Sir Christopher Wren into the iconic landmark it is today. Discover the cathedral's role in British history and its enduring legacy as a symbol of London's resilience.
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The current building of St Paul’s Cathedral was built between 1675 and 1710, designed in the English Baroque style by Sir Christopher Wren. Its construction was part of a major rebuilding programme in the City after the Great Fire of London. However the site on which it sits has been home to cathedrals since 604 AD. In fact, the St Paul’s Cathedral...
Whilst one of London’s most popular tourist attractions, the cathedral remains a working church with hourly prayer and daily services. There are many different parts of the Cathedral for visitors to discover, from the underground Crypt (containing famous tombs along with a 270° film experience – ‘the Oculus: an eye into St Paul’s’ – that brings 1,4...
As with all London sites, it’s best to travel by public transport. The nearest tube stations are St Paul’s (a 2 minute walk, Central Line), Mansion House or Blackfriars (District/Circle Lines) or Bank (Central, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines). The nearest rail stations are City Thameslink (3 minutes walk), Blackfriars, Cannon Street or Liverpoo...
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Since St Paul’s was founded in 604 AD, the Cathedral has been a site of architectural excellence as an expression of the Christian faith. When the pre-fire Cathedral was dramatically destroyed in 1666, it was only through an ingenious approach to design and construction that it could return.
The Collections database. The Cathedral Collections form a unique record of the spiritual, liturgical, architectural, administrative and social life of one of the world’s outstanding buildings and its imposing predecessor, the Pre-fire Cathedral.
