Santa Lucia Cathedral
This Roman Catholic Cathedral, the construction of which began in 1876 and only completed in 1910, has a classical façade with a large forecourt and is said to contain the tombs of three French Bishops. The Cathedral has distinct Gothic architecture. The interior captivates the visitor with its architecture and sculpture. The choir loft contains a unique pipe organ gifted in 1934.In 1995 the Cathedral had the privilege of welcoming His Holiness Pope John II when he visited Sri Lanka for the beatification of Joseph Vaz.
(Content Source : Travel Sri Lanka Magazine)
(Image Source : archdioceseofcolombo.com,www.stlucy.lk)
Address:Santa Lucia Cathedral 13, Bonjean Road Kotahena, Colombo 13, Sri Lanka.
Contact Number:+94 (011) 2432080
E mail:contacts@stluciascathedral.org
- Login or register to post comments
- Voir Carte








