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Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine
New York · United States
Explore one of the nation's premiere religious centers, the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, and learn the rich history that this landmark has built in New York City. Take a tour of the world’s largest cathedral and see the beautiful Romanesque and Gothic architecture that was designed in 1888. The Cathedral of St. John the Divine also features stunning gardens in which you can spot peacocks wandering.
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9 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine
Welcome to the elevated neighborhood of Morningside Heights, situated on some of the highest natural terrain in Manhattan. You are standing before the monumental Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine. …
Listen in the app2The Cathedral Close and the Peace Fountain
Before we enter the grand church itself, let us take a moment to explore the surrounding grounds, known officially as the Cathedral Close. This thirteen acre landmarked campus feels entirely removed from the chaotic bustle of…
Listen in the app3The Western Facade and the Portal of Paradise
Move your attention to the towering western facade facing Amsterdam Avenue. This magnificent stone exterior is the first thing approaching visitors see, acting as a grand, imposing invitation. …
Listen in the app4The Bronze Doors and the Narthex
Standing directly before the central entryways, the sheer scale of the architecture is incredibly humbling. Filling the Portal of Paradise are the cathedral's massive bronze doors, which stand an astonishing eighteen feet high. …
Listen in the app5The Great Nave and the Rose Window
Emerging from the narthex, you step into the overwhelming volume of the Great Nave. This incredibly long, narrow corridor of the church claims the title of the largest cathedral nave in the entire world. …
Listen in the app6The Crossing and the Great Dome
Walking down the massive length of the nave, you eventually arrive at the crossing. This is the vast central intersection where the north and south transepts intersect the main axis of the church. …
Listen in the app7The High Altar and the Great Granite Columns
Approaching the eastern end of the church, you enter the choir and the high altar space. This rounded area, known as the apse, is the spiritual heart of the cathedral, metaphorically representing heaven. …
Listen in the app8The Seven Chapels of the Tongues
Moving behind the high altar into the curving walkway known as the ambulatory, you will discover the Seven Chapels of the Tongues. These intricate, smaller worship spaces radiate outward from the apse like a crown. …
Listen in the app9Final Reflections
As we conclude our journey through the Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine, we must reflect on its incredibly tumultuous history. Funding this gargantuan project was an endless struggle. …
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What is Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine?
Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine is a place in New York · United States with 9 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | New York · United States |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 9 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 40.8038, -73.9618 |
| Last updated |
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