Seoul Sights

Myeong-Dong Catholic Cathedral

#64 of 438 things to do in Seoul

#64 of 438 things to do in Seoul

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  • Address
    • Myeong-dong
  • Transport
    • line 4 to Myeong-dong, Exit 6
  • Phone
    • 02 774 1784

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Lonely Planet review for Myeong-Dong Catholic Cathedral

This elegant, red- and grey-brick Gothic-style cathedral was built between 1894 and ’98 by Chinese bricklayers. Inside, the traditional vaulted ceiling and stained-glass windows contrast with the modern air-­conditioning and the TV screens. The cathedral provided a sanctuary for student and trade-union protestors during the long period of military rule after the Korean War, and is now a national symbol of democracy and human rights. Come at 9am on Sunday for English-language worship in the chapel.

 

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