St Paul’s Cathedral Melbourne

The St Paul Cathedral in Melbourne, Australia is an important and historical area landmark. This cathedral was built in 1885, and replaced the former St James Old Cathedral. It was built in a Gothic transitional style, designed by English architect William Butterfield. However, William Butterfield resigned from the project, and Joseph Reed over saw the construction and completion of the St Paul Cathedral. The cathedral was built from sandstone, unusual from the majority of the buildings in the area, as the common building material was bluestone. An English imported organ is located within the cathedral, and is reputed as one of the finest surviving pieces produced by T.C. Lewis: One of the greatest organ producers of the nineteenth century. Upon visiting the cathedral, visual interests include The Pentacles (or Five Pointed Star), The beautiful Persian Tile located near the ceremonial doors, and of course the cathedral’s gift shop. The St Paul Cathedral demonstrates beautiful architecture and many other treats for the eyes to behold.

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