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New York Churches, New York Cathedrals and New York Religious Buildings (New York, NY, USA)



There are an enormous number of beautiful churches and cathedrals in New York and most are in superb condition.

Here is a selection of New York churches and cathedrals which are well worth a visit.

New York Churches: St. Patrick's Cathedral - 460 Fifth Ave, New York, New York City, 10022, USA
Tel: +1 212 753 2261
Situated just across from the Rockefeller Center in the heart of New York, the historic building of St. Patrick's Cathedral stands proudly next to a modern, New York office block. The cathedral is the main place of worship for over two million Roman Catholics in New York and the vast interior can seat around 2,500 people. Constructed between 1850 to 1878 at a cost of USD 2 million, the two front spires were added shortly afterwards.

Highlights include an enormous pipe organ, with more than 7,000 pipes, regular services throughout the day and there are even television monitors in areas with a restricted view.
Church open: daily - 07:00 to 20:45




New York Churches: Cathedral of St. John the Divine - 1047 Amersterdam Ave, New York, New York City, 10025, USA
Tel: +1 212 316 7540
New York's majestic Cathedral of St. John the Divine is situated in the Upper West Side of the city. This huge cathedral is not only the largest cathedral in New York, but is actually the third largest cathedral in the world, after St. Peter's Basilica in Rome and Our Lady Cathedral in Yamoussoukro in the Ivory Coast. Highlights of the cathedral include stunning architecture, a cavernous interior, magnificent stained glass windows, a poet's corner and a beautiful altar. The first cornerstone of this impressive New York cathedral was laid in 1892 and construction is still not yet complete, with many years of work yet to come.
Church open: Monday to Saturday - 07:00 to 18:00, Sunday - 07:00 to 19:00

New York Churches: St. Mark's-in-the-Bowery Church - 131 East Tenth Street, New York, New York City, 10003, USA
Tel: +1 212 674 6377
St. Mark's-in-the-Bowery Church in New York's East Village is an important place of worship in the city. Originally built in 1660, the church was later destroyed and then completely rebuilt again in the late 18th century and is now one of the oldest churches in New York. St. Mark's-in-the-Bowery Church was badly damaged by fire in 1978 and subsequently restored, using many stunning abstract stained-glass windows.
Church open: daily - 09:00 to 16:00

New York Churches: Saint Thomas Church - 1 West 53rd Street, New York, New York City, 10019, USA
Tel: +1 212 757 7013
Saint Thomas Church is situated in the center of Midtown New York and was founded in 1823. This ancient cathedral is now surrounded by tall, modern skyscrapers, which reflect it's beauty. Features include stunning architecture, a superb choir and guided tours on Sunday.
Church open: daily - 08:00 to 18:00

 
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