St. George's Cathedral
St. George's Cathedral
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The first black archbishop of Cape Town, Desmond Tutu, used this Anglican cathedral as a religious and political seat.
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NorthStar21253798962
5 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
My husband and I wanted to attend the Greek Orthodox Good Friday service on 3 May 2024, and we organized our one-month Africa tour to be able to attend it in Cape Town at the St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral. We were very happy that we did, because it was a wonderful service. And the choir was excellent. Very traditional Greek Orthodox Good Friday service, similar to the service that occurs everywhere in the world on this special night, including in churches throughout the United States.
Written May 18, 2024
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mandr268
Westport, Ireland865 contributions
Nov 2019
this is a great cathedral to visit, lots to see and history to remember, we felt it was a very special place
Written January 28, 2020
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Claire Y
Kirkcaldy, UK287 contributions
Feb 2019 • Couples
Very proud to eventually visit the cathedral that my 3 x great uncle was archbishop. Found the iron gates erected in his memory which was a thrill and admired the beautiful stained glass windows. Also discovered the Crypt which has been turned into a jazz bar (see separate review)
Written February 20, 2019
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R.G EGYPT.
Cairo, Egypt434 contributions
Apr 2014 • Couples
lovely church. Nobel prize holder " bishop Desmond Tutu " preaches in this cathedral, location is in the heart of cape town. all taxi drivers know where it is. spectacular glass colours combinations is seen at all windows. the area of the cathedral is very close to many tourist attractions, such as, the long street, the slave lodge, green market, the company garden, and a lot more. so you can include plenty of things to be seen in the same area in half a day.
Written May 1, 2014
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Roshni S
Saratoga, CA78 contributions
Jan 2014 • Friends
I was very excited to see the cathedral, however it was hard to find and i was very underwhelmed. if you have a short amount of time, i'd recommend skipping this
Written January 28, 2014
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Elisabeth
United Kingdom30 contributions
Jan 2020
A lovely church that during apartheid was only one of few that accepted a diverse congregation. Worth a visit.
Written January 22, 2020
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Michael M
Farnham, UK151 contributions
Feb 2019 • Friends
Right by the park, this is a special place with lots of SA history.
Guides are available, plus handy self guided. Stained Glass windows are beautiful. On the LHS of the Altar, take a look at the African Madonna.
The Crypt has a cafe, closed today, which usually has the background to the “Purple Rain” day.
Guides are available, plus handy self guided. Stained Glass windows are beautiful. On the LHS of the Altar, take a look at the African Madonna.
The Crypt has a cafe, closed today, which usually has the background to the “Purple Rain” day.
Written February 21, 2019
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Peter N
Scottish Highlands, UK85 contributions
Jan 2019 • Couples
Very much like English Cathedrals - worth a visit as this was where Desmond Tutu was Bishop and then Archbishop.
Written February 13, 2019
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ljshorey
Harrisburg, United States282 contributions
May 2018 • Couples
South Africa's Archbishop Desmond Tutu preached in this church and participated in the protests for the end of apartheid. It is a lovely church but worth seeing for its place in the long journey to end apartheid.
Written June 21, 2018
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jamanews
United Kingdom361 contributions
Dec 2016 • Couples
When your fee is tired from walking and exploring Cape Town, taken time out to explore this historical Christian landmark. Do not miss the statue of the African Madonna carved from Mahoe wood and given by the Tate London Gallery . View and learn about the intricacies of the stone glass p[paintings at the back of the church towards the ceiling. And remember to view the list of Archbishops...this is a testament to South Africa's racial history and journey.
Written February 25, 2017
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Dear Friend in Christ,
I am Mehreen Munawar lives in Pakistan , I am Christian by faith and I member of saint Andrews church here. I am so much interested in visiting south Africa churches and services of easter. Can you please tell me how I can attend. I am coming to south Africa next couple of weeks during Easter holidays, I want to avail this opportunity to attend church also.
Waiting for your response
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Mehreen
Written March 8, 2016
Hi it is easy when you buy myciti card at the cape town international airport and use myciti to tour and travel;l around cape town region,depending on where you staying there are many catholic church and myciti buses has nearest stops next to this churches.Thanks hope you enjoy your stay in south africa.
Written March 12, 2016
When are the Easter services at st Georges cathedral Cape Town ?
Written February 21, 2016
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