Durham Cathedral (Durham)

United Kingdom / England / Durham / Palace Green
 cathedral, UNESCO World Heritage Site
Durham DH1 3EH, United Kingdom
www.durhamcathedral.co.uk/

Located in: Durham University

The Cathedral Church of Christ, Blessed Mary the Virgin and St Cuthbert of Durham, almost always referred to as Durham Cathedral, in the city of Durham, England, was founded in AD 1093 and remains a centre for Christian worship today. It is generally regarded as one of the finest examples of a Norman cathedral in Europe and has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site along with nearby Durham Castle, which faces it across Palace Green, high above the River Wear.

The Cathedral houses the shrine and related treasures of Cuthbert of Lindisfarne, a seventh century saint, and these are on public view. It is also home to the head of St Oswald of Northumbria and the remains of the Venerable Bede. One can also climb the 325 steps to the top of the 217 feet (66 m) tall tower, to enjoy an outstanding view of Durham and the surrounding area.

There are regular services sung by the cathedral choir. Except for Mondays, and certain vacations, the choir sing every day.
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Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Durham_Cathedral
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Coordinates:   54°46'23"N   1°34'35"W

Comments

  • Stunning building. Stunning situation.
  • Painted by eminent English watercolourist John Sell Cotman in 1806.
  • Fantastic, unique building. Dramatic and beautiful setting. Wonderful.