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Cathedral of St Michael and St George

High and Hill Streets, Grahamstown, South Africa
046/622-2445
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Ranked #4 of 10 attractions in Grahamstown
4.0 of 5 stars 3 Reviews
Description: This stately cathedral’s prominent tower dominates High Street.
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Jeffrey's Bay, Eastern Cape, South Africa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

Very historical . It has been a house of God and a refuge during Frontier wars which were fought around its walls . The existance of this Cathedral allows the town of Grahamstown to be called a City , because it has a Cathedral . There are a huge number of churches in Grahamstown - more than in any other... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 22, 2011

A must see. An inspiration to realize that such a structure was planned and completed ' in the middel of nowhere. A labour of love. A testimony to those few who ventured to create and inspire future generations. More

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Port Elizabeth, South Africa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 13, 2011

Walking into the Cathedral of St Michael and St George is like entering a different world. The cathedral has a number of very interesting features. These include wooden memorial plaques with mice on them done by the Mouse Man and granite plaques which has "offensive" frazes blocked out. The building is a treasure trove of history. More

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