Christ Church Cathedral is among the oldest churches and the most important landmarks in Dublin, the capital of Ireland. The full name of this historic church is Cathedral Church of the Holy Trinity. Christ Church Cathedral is situated on the corner of Christchurch Place and Winetavern Street and roughly it takes 15 minutes to reach Dublin city center or Trinity College by foot.
Discover Christ Church Cathedral
The interior of the church, with colorful stained-glass windows and high vaulted ceilings, is very attractive. The windows showcase the bright and captivating glass-work, that is seen throughout the cathedral. In the southern side of the cathedral, visitors can find the beautiful stonework.
Visitors should be well informed about the daily opening timings of Christ Church Cathedral. They are:
- During winter, between September and May, the church remains open from 9:45 AM to 5 or 6 PM.
- In summer, that is from June to August, the timing are 9 AM to 6 PM.
Visitor Services area of the Christ Church Cathedral, is the place where family or group entry to the cathedral as well as the
exhibition can be organized. Visitors can also call the cathedral office in advance. The Visitor Services desk caters to the different
needs of visitors like gaining access to the cathedral in a wheelchair or taking guide dogs for the visually impaired and more.
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There exhibition can be organized. Visitors can also call the cathedral office in advance. The Visitor Services desk caters to the different are good leaflets on the cathedral in languages like Irish, English, French, Spanish, Italian, German, Danish, Swedish, Dutch and Japanese.
History of Christ Church Cathedral
The origins of Christ Church Cathedral dates back to the 1030 AD. Originally it was a Viking church, which was founded by the 1st bishop of Dublin or Dúnán and a Norse king of Dublin known as Sitriuc. Christ Church Cathedral was renovated during the Victorian age, with the help of Henry Roe, a distiller, who spent more than 230,000 pounds. In 1982 a 2-year restoration plan was implemented to renovate the stonework and roof of the cathedral. A new organ was installed by Kenneth Jones of Bray in 1984. Since 1997 the new lighting and heating system have been introduced and the huge 12th century crypt was restored.
The Treasures of Christ Church exhibition is very interesting as it features numerous artifacts and manuscripts that reflect 1000 years of worship in the cathedral. The exhibition provides information on the church' s history as well. Some of the items that are displayed are candlesticks and the tabernacle of the 17th century, when James II was the ruler, a royal silver plate of King William III and much more.
Christ Church Cathedral in Dublin is worth visiting for its unique medieval architecture and its historical significance.
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