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Cathedral, The Presbytere by VeronicaG, 2 more photos
A generous benefactor, Don Andres Almonester y Roxas, enabled the church to be rebuilt and it reopened its doors in 1794. A sketch shows that it was smaller in scale than the church you see today and had three rounded towers, rather than outright spires.
The present-day church was built and enlarged over the Spanish foundations in 1851. This massive cathedral is crowned with three dramatic spires which point heavenward and bears a clock beneath its tallest spire.
Inside, an atmosphere of sanctity envelopes the visitor. At the front of the sanctuary, a gilded work entitled Sacrifice of the Lamb of God hangs over the altar; throughout the sanctuary statues of the saints peer down from their pedestals (pics # 2 & 3)
Flags representing the countries once dominant in New Orleans hang high overhead on the right side; you'll see the Papal flag, the coat of arms of the Basilica and coat of arms of the dioceses of the Metropolitan Province of New Orleans...creating a dramatic effect! Phone: 504-525-9585Directions: Facing Jackson Square
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 St. Louis Cathedral by emilienoelleLeave a Comment Directions: Jackson Square
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 Saint Louis Cathedral by Jonathan_C
I find Catholic churches to be great places for self reflection. There is something about the organic chaos of saints and symbols and the 1700 year history that resonates with me and deepens my thought. Not an adherent of any church, I still find great solace in those moments when I contemplate my life, give thanks and ask for guidance from the great mystery. Leave a Comment Directions: Jackson Square
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 Statue of Andrew Jackson
in front of cathedral by jadedmuse
Since New Orleans is largely and historically a Catholic city, there's usually a long waiting list for marriages to be performed here...a very popular place. For visitors, it's free to enter - though a small donation is appreciated. It's lovely inside.
In more sociologically relevant terms and bearing my personal witness, the St. Louis Cathedral is also the scene of many a slouched over and slowly shuffling local reveler doing penance on Ash Wednesday, as is the New Orleans custom after the culmination of all excess the previous day (Mardi Gras). Leave a Comment Directions: Jackson Square (French Quarter)
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 Saint Louis Cathedral at
dawn by Jonathan_C
The Cathedral is open to visitors from 7 am to 5 pm and is well worth the visit. As you step from the busy street life on Jackson to the quiet interior of the church you'll feel yourself transported to an alternate reality, one of the many you can experience in the French Quarter. Leave a Comment Directions: Jackson Square
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 by nomorewars
The cathedral has played a part—in some sort of capacity—in the progression of the city. Considered to be perhaps the greatest moment in the history of the Cathedral, Pope John Paul II, during his stay in the city, visited the Cathedral in September of 1987. More than 1,000 priests, nuns, & others packed the Cathedral & were greeted personally by the Holy Father. The Pope also addressed the gatherings of many of the city’s youths & educators prior to rendering an outdoor Mass for over 200,000 people along the New Orleans lakefront. Leave a Comment Phone: 504-525-9585Directions: Facing Jackson Square
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 St. Louis Cathedral by aphrodyte
Originally built in 1724, and designed by a French engineer named Adrien de Pauger. The church was clearly intended to be the dominant element of New Orleans’ baroque city plan. Pauger, who died in 1726 before it was completed, requested that he be buried under the unfinished building at his request. The cathedral was later rebuilt in 1789-94 and again 1850.
Upon entering the Cathedral, you are immediately struck by the dramatic effect of its numerous murals and symbolic decorations. Primarily Renaissance in style. There are many ornately stained glass windows that depict the life of King Louis IX, King of France later cannonized into sainthood.
According to the legends of New Orleans, on certain rainy nights, in the hours before dawn, the crisp, clear voice of a man can be heard singing the "Kyrie" in the air between the St. Louis Cathedral and St. Louis Cemetery No. 1.
Saturday 6:00P vigil mass
Sunday 7:30A, 9:00A, 10:30A, and 12 noon
Sacrament of Penance Saturday 5:00-5:45 pm Leave a Comment
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 Inside St. Louis Cathedral by AmareyuiLeave a Comment
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 St. Louis Cathedral by Helga67Leave a Comment Directions: Jackson Square
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 Cathedral of St. Louis, New
Orleans by tompt
The cathedral is the most outstanding building around the Jackson square. Leave a Comment
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