The Anglican Cathedral in Liverpool boasts of being one of the architectural marvels of the twentieth century.
The Anglican Cathedral in Liverpool, located on St. James Mount, is the biggest cathedral in the whole of the United Kingdom. As one enters the church, the first thing that strikes the visitor is its huge dimensions. Its sheer size and the grandeur of architecture accounts for the church been counted as one of the "great buildings of the twentieth century". The church boasts of the tallest arches made in adherence to the Gothic style of architecture.
Liverpool Anglican Cathedral-things to watch out for
The construction of the Anglican Cathedral in Liverpool came about as a consequence of a competition that was won by Sir Giles Gilbert Scott. The cathedral impresses the tourist from the very moment they enter the church. The bird's eye view of the city from the tower of the cathedral leaves the tourists spellbound. The cathedral contains a peal of bells which are the heaviest and the highest in the world. The church tower consists of 2500 bells. The heaviest bell amongst these weighs about 4 tons. There is a Willis organ
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which contains about 9704 pipes.
Another attraction in the church is the Great Space. There is a small theater where a HD panoramic film of about 10 minutes duration is shown. It narrates the background of the construction of the church and also provides a bigger picture of the city from the tower. Tourists also have the option of going for a light and sound show.
Liverpool Anglican Cathedral- Facilities
The Liverpool Anglican Cathedral is accessible from all corners of the city. The cathedral ensures a comfortable trip for the visitors by offering facilities like:
- Car Parking
- Free Admission
- Restaurants and café
- Disabled access
- Shops
- Visitor Center
The adjoining Elizabeth Hoare Embroidery Gallery also adds to the popularity of the church and to the number of visitors.
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