Liverpool Cathedral

Liverpool Cathedral is a spectacular monument in the city's center that combines modernism and Gothic design. It is the fifth-biggest Cathedral in the world and the largest in Britain, therefore anyone interested in the city's history should definitely pay a visit.

When Liverpool was made a diocese in the 19th century, it was thought important to build the Cathedral because of Liverpool's standing within the Anglican Church. Additionally, the St. Peter parish church, which was being used as a pro-cathedral, was far too tiny to be suitable for the job. Following the decision to build a cathedral more befitting of Liverpool's position, a competition was held in 1901, with George Bodley and Norman Shaw serving as judges. The fact that the winner was from a Roman Catholic family may have been ironic considering that this was going to be an Anglican church.

Liverpool Cathedral holds a number of additional records in addition to its size. The cathedral houses the biggest functioning church organ in the world, and the arches are the biggest Gothic arches ever constructed. It also has the loudest and largest peal of bells in the entire world. Although admission is free, purchasing tickets for the Tower and the audio tour is strongly advised. The tower, which is 154 meters above the Mersey River and offers tourists a breathtaking perspective of the city, also houses a collection of exquisite ecclesiastical embroidery from the Victorian and Edwardian eras.

Location: St James Mt, Liverpool L1 7AZ, England