St. John's Cathedral, St. John`s (must see)
Saint John's Cathedral, also known as Saint John the Divine, with its imposing white twin towers, is the current iteration of a church that has stood on the site since 1845. This sacred edifice has weathered the test of time and natural forces, with its previous structures succumbing to earthquakes in 1683 and 1745. The present cathedral, built on a fossilized reef, represents the resilience of faith and the enduring spirit of the community.
Designed by the architect Thomas Fuller of Bath, England, and constructed under the supervision of F.W. Rowe of Bristol, Saint John's Cathedral is a testament to architectural elegance and historical significance. The iron gates on the south face of the church are adorned with pillars displaying Biblical statues of Saint John the Divine and Saint John the Baptist. These statues, reportedly taken in 1756 from a French ship destined for Martinique, add a touch of historic grandeur to the cathedral's entrance.
Perched at the highest point in Saint John's town, the cathedral offers not only a spiritual sanctuary but also a commanding panoramic view of the island. The stunning visual presence of the cathedral, with its white towers reaching towards the sky, makes it a landmark that captivates both residents and visitors alike.
Designed by the architect Thomas Fuller of Bath, England, and constructed under the supervision of F.W. Rowe of Bristol, Saint John's Cathedral is a testament to architectural elegance and historical significance. The iron gates on the south face of the church are adorned with pillars displaying Biblical statues of Saint John the Divine and Saint John the Baptist. These statues, reportedly taken in 1756 from a French ship destined for Martinique, add a touch of historic grandeur to the cathedral's entrance.
Perched at the highest point in Saint John's town, the cathedral offers not only a spiritual sanctuary but also a commanding panoramic view of the island. The stunning visual presence of the cathedral, with its white towers reaching towards the sky, makes it a landmark that captivates both residents and visitors alike.
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Sight Name: St. John's Cathedral
Sight Location: St. John`s, Antigua and Barbuda (See walking tours in St. John`s)
Sight Type: Religious
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Sight Location: St. John`s, Antigua and Barbuda (See walking tours in St. John`s)
Sight Type: Religious
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Walking Tours in St. John`s, Antigua and Barbuda
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St. John's Introduction Walking Tour
The capital of Antigua and Barbuda, Saint John鈥檚 doubles as the nation's primary port. Given its size (the largest city on the island) and the variety of attractions available, it is a favorite stop for Caribbean island-hopping cruises.
Saint John's is named for the island's patron saint and has a storied past deeply rooted in indigenous cultures (the Arawaks and Caribs) and... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.3 Km or 0.8 Miles
Saint John's is named for the island's patron saint and has a storied past deeply rooted in indigenous cultures (the Arawaks and Caribs) and... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.3 Km or 0.8 Miles