Noumea Cathedral

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Tour a beautifulold cathedral that stuns with the beauty of its art and architecture andexceptional views over Nouméa’s harbour.

Cathédrale Saint-Joseph de Nouméa (Nouméa Cathedral) isan imposing presence, a magnificent 19th-century church on a hilltopoverlooking Nouméa. It is dedicated to Joseph, the husband of the Virgin Maryand was built by prisoners according to plans created by a fellow convict.

Before you go into the building, look over some of thearchitectural features, including the rose window above the main entrance.Check out the 85-foot (25-metre) tall towers either side of the doorway. Bothare crowned by stone balustrades. To the right of the entrance is a courtyardin which there is a statue of Joan of Arc, a 15th-century saint and Frenchheroine. From your vantage point in front of the cathedral, gaze over therooftops of Nouméa’s city centre. Spot landmarks such as Nouméa Harbour andPlace des Cocotiers, a picturesque tree-shaded square.

Then step inside the cathedral and marvel at thereligious artwork. The principle highlights are the 28 colourful stained glasswindows. These beautiful pieces depict saints and key figures from the Bible. Amongthem are Saint Francis Xavier, Saint John the Apostle and Saint Peter, who wasthe first pope.

Visit the side chapels, where the vessels containingholy water are made from the shells of giant clams. Other standout features includean impressive pulpit, crafted from acacia and pine and the high altar, whichdates back to 1860. Whether or not you are religious, the cathedral is a pleasantplace to come to for a few moments of tranquillity.

Cathédrale Saint-Joseph de Nouméa is just a 10-minutewalk from Place des Cocotiers. Public buses stop at nearby Place Bir Hakeim. Alternatively,you can drive and use the free parking spaces outside the church. After yourvisit, go to the nearby Nouméa Zoo and Botanical Gardens, just a a 10-minutedrive from the cathedral.

Open daily and admission is free, the cathedral is anactive place of worship and so it is not possible to go on a self-guided tourwhile Mass is being celebrated.

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