Saint John's Cathedral
Towering above the city of St John’s in Antigua is St John’s Cathedral also known as St. John the Divine, the Cathedral Church of the Diocese of North Eastern Caribbean and Aruba. The old Anglican cathedral was a wood construction completed in 1681 that was destroyed by the earthquake of 1683. This was rebuilt by a stone structure, which was also destroyed in an earthquake in 1843. The current cathedral, which features two white twin towers designed by Bath architect Thomas Fuller, inaugurated in 1847. It is visible from most sections of the city and is located at the top of a hill that is accessible through an outdoor staircase.
Visitors can climb the stairs to the 18th-century iron gates on the church's southern façade and examine the fascinating pillars. These columns have engravings of the biblical figures St. John the Baptist and St. John the Divine. The famous twin towers, which stand 70 feet (21 meters) tall, flank the church.
When you first enter the church, you will see the large nave, which is largely made up of magnificent wooden features. The pitch pine interior is sturdy, built to withstand earthquakes and hurricanes. You can enjoy the tranquil environment by sitting in one of the handmade wooden pews and view the collection of stained-glass windows, through which light beams to create vivid artwork.
- Google Rating: 4.4/5
- Website: http://thestjohnscathedral.com/
- Phone: +1 268-462-0820
- Opening Hours: Daily
- Address: 45F5+36M, Church St, St John's, Antigua and Barbuda
