Cathedral of St. Jago de la Vega — Attraction in undefined

One of the many sites in the old capital St. Jago del la Vega. Originally the site of a catholic church, destroyed by the british...it is the oldest church in Jamaica, first structure dates back to 1714. Stepping through these doors is like stepping back in time. An invaluable piece of not just religous history as the oldest Anglican church but offers a view of the islands socio-economical and political history over the period from slavery to independence. The final resting place for many of the island's then elite planter class.A mix of Romanesque and Gothic architecture and lined with beautiful marble sculptures including works of John Bacon. It also houses the islands oldest pipe organ which is still operable. Open every day except Wednesdays for guided tours by a knowledgeable and capable guide...

I was at the cathedral for the funeral of a senior Anglican Bishop. I'm doing photography of the cathedral for a coffee table book and wanted to see it and photograph it for a big occasion and this was it. The church was full and the level of "ceremony" was just immense, and solemn. On a normal day when there's no service, it's possible to visit and tour the cathedral and learn about...

This is history,, and very historical to Jamaicans, Spaniards and basically everyone around the world.. Interesting fact, this building was build in 1714, but this is the third of three churches build on this spot.. The first which was actually build by the Spanish, was build in 1538-39. Another very historical and interesting fact is that the floor is...