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St Paul's Cathedral is an Anglican cathedral in London, England, the seat of the Bishop of London. The cathedral serves as the mother church of the Diocese of London. It is on Ludgate Hill at the highest point of the City of London.
St Paul’s is home to a spectacular array of art – from the delicate carvings of Grinling Gibbons in the quire to Sir James Thornhill's gilded dome murals. Modern works created by many decorated artists, including Yoko Ono and Antony Gormley, enrich the daily pattern of worship in the Cathedral.
Visit St Paul's Cathedral. St Paul's, with its world-famous dome, is an iconic feature of the London skyline. We welcome visitors to worship, to sightsee and to attend a dynamic programme of events – from orchestral performances to thought-provoking panel discussions.
Explore the rich and fascinating history of St. Paul's Cathedral, from its origins in the medieval period to its destruction in the Great Fire of London, and its rebuilding by Sir Christopher Wren into the iconic landmark it is today.
Discover the stunning architecture and rich history of St. Paul's Cathedral, a masterpiece of Baroque style designed by Sir Christopher Wren. Explore the cathedral's impressive façade, iconic dome, ornate decorations, and intricate carvings, and learn why it is one of London's most iconic landmarks.
The cathedral is one of the most famous and most recognisable sights of London. Its dome, framed by the spires of Wren's City churches, has dominated the skyline for over 300 years. At 365 feet (111 m) high, it was the tallest building in London from 1710 to 1963. The dome remains among the highest in the world.
Old St Paul's Cathedral was the cathedral of the City of London that, until the Great Fire of 1666, stood on the site of the present St Paul's Cathedral. Built from 1087 to 1314 and dedicated to Saint Paul , this building was perhaps the fourth such church at this site on Ludgate Hill , going back to the 7th century.
Since St Paul’s was founded in 604 AD, the Cathedral has been a site of architectural excellence as an expression of the Christian faith. When the pre-fire Cathedral was dramatically destroyed in 1666, it was only through an ingenious approach to design and construction that it could return.
From our consecration to 21st century, chart the history of St Paul's and see which events – and people – helped create the Cathedral as it is today.
St Paul's Cathedral takes safeguarding very seriously. We are committed to protecting the welfare of children and of all adults who are vulnerable – whether that be our worshippers, visitors, clergy, staff or volunteers.
