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  • 5/5 Natalie D. 1 year ago on Google
    An historical cite. A wonderful place to worship.
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  • 5/5 Jeremy F. 4 years ago on Google • 104 reviews
    I was at the cathedral for the funeral of a senior Anglican Bishop. I'm doing photography of the cathedral for a coffee table book and wanted to see it and photograph it for a big occasion and this was it. The church was full and the level of "ceremony" was just immense, and solemn. On a normal day when there's no service, it's possible to visit and tour the cathedral and learn about it's history.
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  • 5/5 Francine D. 4 years ago on Google • 45 reviews
    Awesome tour guide. Beautiful architecture and a Rich history
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  • 5/5 Rosalena R. 4 years ago on Google • 36 reviews
    One of the many sites in the old capital St. Jago del la Vega. Originally the site of a catholic church, destroyed by the british...it is the oldest church in Jamaica, first structure dates back to 1714. Stepping through these doors is like stepping back in time. An invaluable piece of not just religous history as the oldest Anglican church but offers a view of the islands socio-economical and political history over the period from slavery to independence. The final resting place for many of the island's then elite planter class.A mix of Romanesque and Gothic architecture and lined with beautiful marble sculptures including works of John Bacon. It also houses the islands oldest pipe organ which is still operable. Open every day except Wednesdays for guided tours by a knowledgeable and capable guide and care taker.
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  • 5/5 Rich W. 4 years ago on Google • 198 reviews
    The sense of history is strong and there are reminders everywhere of a past we must never forget and contine to learn from. The guide was very helpful and knowledgeable too. Helping us to understand the historical significance of the artifacts.

  • 5/5 Anthony A. 1 month ago on Google • 143 reviews New
    A church with a rich history, worth visiting, it's from the old colonial days.

  • 3/5 JESS of ALL T. 5 months ago on Google • 111 reviews
    The church building is a beautiful historic building. I visited the church hall for a meeting. The hall could use a little sprucing up, not necessarily to modernize it, but just to make it look and feel better. Parking is limited, if you are considering this space for an event, this is something to bear in mind.

  • 5/5 Savy T. 1 year ago on Google • 55 reviews
    Over 300 years of Jamaican history in this beautiful structure.

  • 5/5 Diedra D. 8 months ago on Google • 38 reviews
    absolutely beautiful building. my childhood church and also where I got married

  • 4/5 Shaniek R. 4 years ago on Google • 31 reviews
    The service was fun. The bishop and other members of the congregation had a quirky sense of humor. Parking is limited so get there early for service. The church is old and in need of some care. It is one of the oldest churches in Jamaica and is in itself a museum of a part of our history.

  • 5/5 Donovan W. 3 years ago on Google • 12 reviews
    This is history,, and very historical to Jamaicans, Spaniards and basically everyone around the world.. Interesting fact, this building was build in 1714, but this is the third of three churches build on this spot.. The first which was actually build by the Spanish, was build in 1538-39. Another very historical and interesting fact is that the floor is made of graves..

  • 5/5 keneisha k. 9 months ago on Google • 5 reviews
    Service was nice

  • 5/5 Kellie S. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful architecture. Grounds always serene. Cannon Reid was very welcoming.

  • 5/5 Joe W. 11 months ago on Google
    400 ,years old , authentic heritage , magneficent Cathedral ,

  • 4/5 Paul E. 1 year ago on Google
    I when on sign the condolences book, and all so at the memorial service for the Queen which was great.

  • 5/5 Tyrone Barnett (. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely building with loads of history about it, in it and around it....

  • 4/5 Kwame A T. 1 year ago on Google
    Great historical significance especially when done in the context of the wider Spanish town tour... Tour guide was very knowledgeable

  • 5/5 Anna Taylor - S. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful place of worship, and also has a deep history

  • 5/5 janice m. 4 years ago on Google
    Built in 1714, this is the oldest Anglican cathedral in the Caribbean, boasting an impressive beamed ceiling, and a magnificent stained-glass window behind the altar. The church stands on the site of one of the first Spanish cathedrals in the New World, built in 1525. Note the gargoyles with African features, considered unique in the world, above the south window.

  • 1/5 Carla B. 2 years ago on Google
    Also know as St. James Cathedral

  • 5/5 Jeannette M. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful architecture

  • 3/5 Ricardo H. 4 years ago on Google
    This is a church from 18 something. It's big and old but it is properly maintained. Benches are nice and the place is clean, smells old but the bats are gone. It was a good place to be on a Sunday. Bathrooms are clean, wheel chair access.

  • 5/5 Halzen Ashton S. 4 years ago on Google
    Historic cathedral.. beautiful..

  • 5/5 arlene b. 3 years ago on Google
    Clean environment. Architecture great. Nice view.

  • 5/5 hunni 9 months ago on Google • 1 review
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