St Francis Xavier Cathedral
St Francis Xavier Cathedral
St Francis Xavier Cathedral
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,742 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
The foundation of St Francis Xavier was laid in 1856, construction went on for many years, the massive tower remained incomplete until 1996. The Cathedral is huge, it will absorb a large congregation, in which the Jesuit Order participates. The Cathedral is very attractive internally, it's worth exploring this Cathedral, it's not far from the city of Adelaide. It is a notable feature of the progressive Catholic Church.
Written October 3, 2024
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,742 contributions
Jul 2020
St Francis Xavier was a founding member of the Society of Jesus, better known as the Jesuits.. He is regarded ass being the Apostle to the East. He is also a Patron Saint of Australia. This magnificent church is a fitting memorial to a man of great faith. It took years to build the cathedral, but it was worth it.
Written July 15, 2020
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Helen F
Adelaide, Australia73 contributions
what a wonderful landmark for the city, not of that religion but cannot help but admire the architecture etc
Written August 31, 2012
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TravelersfromOz
Adelaide17 contributions
Jan 2012 • Solo
A calming place. The interior is filled with dark amber light in the mornings and afternoons/evenings. Walk down to Our Lady's alter and look back at the bell-ringers' chamber - the bell ringers can be seen through a large glass window. The Cathedral is very close to the Adelaide Central Market - an Adelaide must - but not open every day. The nearby architecture in Victoria Square is wonderful and challenging.
Written January 10, 2012
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Captain_Amazing_01
Adelaide, Australia24 contributions
Mar 2013
We've been to a couple of functions at this church now and it is truly grand. Magnificent architecture throughout the inside AND outside makes it well worth a visit if you like old churches. Good competition for St Peters!
Written July 11, 2013
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XUKittyKat
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia8 contributions
Dec 2012
We go to mass at St. Xavier for each of the big holidays (Easter, Christmas, etc.) and love the big church feeling that it has. The only drawback is that occasionally tourists will walk in during a service and take pictures.
Written May 7, 2013
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Madeleine44
Willunga, South Australia43 contributions
Jan 2013
Look for the bronze statue of Mary McKillop with children outside the cathedral on Victoria Square side. Very touching, beautifully created.
Written April 20, 2013
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Lesley B
Adelaide, Australia86 contributions
Feb 2013
Had my first visit to the cathedral in February to see a friends daughter get married and I was impressed with such a beautiful building and surrounds.
Written April 17, 2013
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FrankChris545
Adelaide, Australia433 contributions
Feb 2012
This is the central Adelaide Catholic Church and as most churches, very beautiful. The side garden has a lovely bronze statue of Mother Mary McKillop now Saint Mary holding hands with small children. It is a lovely piece of art.
Written March 30, 2012
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DAVIDXOTIC
Sydney, Australia247 contributions
I was married in this Cathedral, so there is sentimental feelings for it, however since the bell tower was finished some some years ago, it now dominates the Square and is a worthy center piece for Adelaide.
Written March 4, 2012
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Estou em Adelaide e gostaria de encontrar uma loja com produtos religiosos alguém sabe me informar onde encontro na cidade de Adelaide Austrália??
Written June 27, 2020
Please re post the review with five stars ! Hope you succeed !
Truly sorry for the mistake ! I overlooked the ratings before Submitting it !
Written March 1, 2017
Her Gothic stonework is clean & beautiful.
She is an imposing figure on the eastern landscape from Victoria Square, the centre of the City of Adelaide.
When the bells peal they advise that compassion is needed to sooth a tragic event in the the world.
Daily I view her beauty in the midday sun whilst eating lunch.
Wonderful !
Written March 3, 2017
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