Yes, there are 2 cathedrals in Christchurch. The famous landmark - the anglican cathedral in the Square, was destroyed beyond repair when the tall spiral tower collapsed into the actual building. The other cathedral (catholic) in Barbadoes Street was also totally ruined and collapsed.
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∙ 12y agoThe Christchurch earthquake in 2011 caused significant damage to landmarks such as the Christchurch Cathedral, the iconic Christchurch Arts Centre, and the ChristChurch Anglican Cathedral. Many heritage buildings in the central business district were also destroyed or badly damaged.
The Christchurch earthquake severely damaged the Christchurch Cathedral in 2011, leading to its partial collapse. The structure has since been deemed unsafe and awaits a decision on its future, with ongoing discussions surrounding its restoration or potential demolition.
Yes it is an iconic Cathedral located in the central square of Christchurch city.
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There are dozens of Christchurch cathedral's all over the world, you would have to be more specific.
The 2011 Christchurch earthquake caused widespread damage throughout the city, including the collapse of buildings in the central business district, significant damage to residential properties, and destruction of infrastructure such as roads and bridges. Some of the notable buildings that were destroyed or severely damaged include Christchurch Cathedral, the Pyne Gould Corporation building, and the Hotel Grand Chancellor.
In older times, a city required a certain population (20 000?) OR the possession of a Cathedral. The Christchurch Cathedral was started (I think) in 1879. [Earthquake damaged in in construction 1879, and again in 1881, 1888, 1901, and the recent series.] Nelson City was another that gained city status because of it having a Cathedral, even though it had a low population.
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The distance between Christchurch international airport and Cathedral Square is 10.5 km (19mins with traffic) Christchurch airport is within Christchurch city limits
I think that it was the earthquake that caused more damage to the Christchurch Cathedral. :)
The pro-Cathedral is known as St. Mary's pro-Cathedral. It is on Marlborough Street, near O'Connell Street, which is Dublin's main street. Although it has similar columns on the front of it, it is not the GPO (General Post Office) which is on O'Connell Street.The pro-Cathedral is Catholic, but it is not a full Cathedral. Dublin has two Cathedrals: St. Patrick's Cathedral and Christchurch Cathedral, both of which are Church of Ireland, which is Protestant. St. Patrick's is the national Cathedral and Christchurch is the city Cathedral. Both pre-date the reformation, but became Protestant under Henry VIII in the 1530s and have remained so ever since. As Christchurch retains the status of the city Cathedral, then the pro-Cathedral is not a full cathedral, hence the name. It is not very large and not even the largest Catholic church in the diocese of Dublin. Many other catholic churches in Dublin are bigger. Below you will find photos of the pro-Catherdral, Christchurch Cathedral, St. Patrick's Cathedral and also the GPO.
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