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Interested in places that bear a significant connection to spirituality? Look over our list of Religious Sites, some of which also have historical import. Among the offerings are places of worship and sites that commemorate religious events or people.
Category: Religious Sites - Londonderry Attractions & Activities
Address: Long Tower St, Londonderry
Constructed late in the 18th century for the poor Catholics living in the Bogside, the Long Tower Church is believed to be the oldest Catholic Church in Derry. A brief walk around the church grounds is a rewarding experience, as is a visit to St. Columb's Well, where you'll find a statue by Marko Pogacnic.
Category: Religious Sites - Londonderry Attractions & Activities
Address: Palace St, Londonderry BT48 6PS
In the sixth century, St. Columb built a monastery in what is now the city of Derry. Reportedly, St. Augustine's Church was constructed on the same site where this monastery once stood. The original church, which most likely was the place of worship for English settlers in the 17th century, was replaced in 1872 by the current version.
Category: Religious Sites - Londonderry Attractions & Activities
Address: London St, Derry/Londonderry BT48 6LZ
St. Columb's Cathedral is one of the most prominent buildings in the city. Located just inside the city walls and atop one of the highest areas in the city, the church has always been a strategic treasure. During the Great Siege of 1688, it was used as a defensive stronghold. Many prominent citizens are buried in the adjoining cemetery, whose...
Category: Religious Sites - Londonderry Attractions & Activities
Address: Great St. James St, Londonderry BT48 7DS
St. Eugene's Cathedral dates back to the latter half of the 19th century. The church's spire, which reaches nearly 80 meters in height, is one of the most visible and distinctive structures in Derry's skyline. Today, St. Eugene's is the Catholic cathedral of the diocese of Londonderry.
