Cathedral of the Madeleine, Salt Lake City

Cathedral of the Madeleine, Salt Lake City (must see)

While most people are aware that Salt Lake City serves as Mormon headquarters since 1847, the Catholics have their own very old church right in the heart of downtown, the land gifted to them by the Mormons and the structure built largely by Mormon volunteers. Completed in 1909, the Cathedral of the Madeleine retains most of its original Neo-Romanesque exterior, whereas the colorful interior displays Spanish Gothic style details. Along with dramatic stained-glass windows, ceiling murals, icons and altar, the contemporary Stations of the Cross are particularly wonderful and surprising, brimming with images of both the American Southwest and classic religious iconography.

The Cathedral holds several services during the week (morning and afternoon), including a high mass on Sundays, and is also a venue for artistic events, particularly musical ones, serving as the performance home for its Choir School of international reputation. There is no cost to visit, but try avoiding the daily services if you wish to walk freely throughout.

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Cathedral of the Madeleine on Map

Sight Name: Cathedral of the Madeleine
Sight Location: Salt Lake City, USA (See walking tours in Salt Lake City)
Sight Type: Religious
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Walking Tours in Salt Lake City, Utah

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