St Paul's Cathedral, London, is one of the major religious architectures of United Kingdom. Devoted to St Paul, the cathedral is considered as one of the most important tourist attractions of London. The location of St Paul's Cathedral in London city has made it easily accessible from all parts of the country.
Since its existence from AD 604, St Paul's Cathedral went under several hazards and was reconstructed for four times. The current building, which was established between 1675 and 1710, was designed by Sir Christopher Wren, a well-known court architect.
St Paul's Cathedral London Tours
There are a few special tours to St Paul's Cathedral that help the tourists to know every detail about the church. The 1.5 hours or 2 hours guided tour allow a closer view of the cathedral and the crypt. There is a special audio tour that lasts for nearly 45 to 90 minutes.
St Paul's Cathedral London Services
Since years, the Church has provided several important services to the people of Britain. Some the major services are:
- Jubilee celebrations for Queen Victoria
- Funerals of Lord Nelson, Sir Winston Churchill and Duke of Wellington
- Peace services after the World wars
- Start of the festival of Britain
- Service of tribute and remembrance for the 11th September 2001 tragedy
- Birthdays of Queen Elizabeth
- Wedding of Charles, Prince of Wales and Lady Diana Spencer
Marriage and Baptism are very common services provided by the Church. Weddings usually take place at Chapel of The Order of the British Empire. Only the members of Order of St Michael, St George, holders of the British Empire Medal and their children can enjoy the privilege.
Visitors are required to buy tickets before entering the premises. These tickets are available at the ticket booking counter of the cathedral. Online tickets are also available for the convenience of the visitors. The cathedral is open for public viewing six days a week from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. For special events or services, the cathedral sometimes remains partly or entirely closed. Tourists must be aware of the fact that photography and filming is prohibited inside St Paul's Cathedral London.
