St George’s Cathedral
St George’s Cathedral, a century old, is one of the world’s most magnificent places of worship. Situated at the foot of the Company Gardens in Cape Town, the breathtaking cathedral was built according to elaborate Victorian design, and its foundations were laid more than a hundred years ago. However, it is the Cathedral’s stained glass windows, one of its most impressive features, which attract the greatest amount of attention from visitors and passersby.
St George’s Cathedral – “The People’s Cathedral”
Although religion and politics are poles apart, St George’s Cathedral came to play a highly controversial role during the during South Africa’s years of apartheid. In fact, it’s celebrated for the political stance it took during this era: The church welcomed all worshippers to its services at all times, regardless of their race. This was an exceptionally controversial move during a time of great segregation and prejudice. For this reason, St George’s Cathedral became known as “The People’s Cathedral”, and today, is still recognised for its forward-thinking policies.
Top Cape Town attractions in the “Cathedral Precinct”
Unsurprisingly, the area in which St George’s Cathedral is located has become known as Cape Town “Cathedral Precinct”, and here, visitors will discover a wealth of cultural and historic places of interest. Explore the museums, monuments and ancient architecture of the city centre, or take a stroll through the beautiful Company Gardens. The Cape Town CBD is one of the city’s most culturally rich areas, and visitors can explore a wealth of top attractions.
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