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St. Mary's Cathedral

Cathedral Pl., Killarney, Ireland
353-64-31014
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Ranked #6 of 60 attractions in Killarney
Type: Religious Sites, Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Architectural Buildings
Description: This imposing Catholic church is the city's best known architectural landmark.
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Bridgewater
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

Our friends decided to stop in for a visit on a rainy day. We loved the beautiful church..the stained glass windows were very pretty. It was a nice place to say a quiet prayer.

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See 5 more reviews by NancyB710 for Killarney
Austin, Texas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

The Cathedral is beautiful and very peaceful. Great old achitecture with beautiful stained glass windows. It is a very easy walk from Town Center and well worth the visit.

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Pittsfield, Massachusetts
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013

Great docent. The church combines interesting history with good architecture. Make sure that you note the side altars and they have their own stories.

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See 3 more reviews by Kevin C for Killarney
Woburn, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

I love to visit churches and cathedrals. This is an architecturally significant structure and one of the main attractions in the city of Killarney. Don't miss it, even if only for a few minutes.

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Sydney, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

gothic as good as any we have seen in europe very spacious inside attended mass on the 1st of may,a lot of people present.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

At the foot of Killarney National Park, St. Mary's Cathedral shoots high into the sky and can be seen from many parts of Killarney. Whether you want to stroll around the grounds or visit inside... It's well worth at least a short visit!

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Monmouthshire,UK
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

It is very beautiful and once you walk in it would be very easy to convert non-believers!! when there there was a funeral Mass and I was so impressed with how many attended it and the respect they showed, not only the deceased but also the funeral ceremony.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

This is another Pugin designed jewel. The simplicity of the site and design from the outside makes the interior even more special. The capture of light is amazing and the side alters and main alter are stunningly beautiful.

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Canonsburg, Pa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

Had some time and was in the area... dropped in and was greatly impressed. The stained glass windows will take some time to absorb and appreciate. A very worthwhile and inspirational attraction in Killarney. And the kids also loved it. A gorgeous cathedral.

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Sarasota, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

Our hotel was within walking distance, so we strolled there on a 'misting' Saturday evening for vigil Mass. It was beautiful inside so we stayed after Mass for some photos...still pouring outside and didn't have a way to call a cab. A 'knight in shining armor' usher was approached to possibly use his phone to call a cab. No, no!... More

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