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115 Main Plaza
San Antonio, TX 78205
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+1 210 227 1297
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Neighborhood :
Downtown
http://www.sfcathedral.org
Although construction did not begin until 1749, this cathedral was established in 1731 by the Canary/Spanish Islanders, who sought to build their own place of worship. It is the oldest cathedral sanctuary in the United States. The famous Alamo defender James Bowie was married here and during the siege of the Alamo Santa Anna used it as an observation post. Notable historic figures Bowie, William Travis and Davy Crockett are buried here. The cathedral still draws huge crowds for Mass and always welcomes visitors.
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There are quite a few things about this cathedral that I wish I had known when I visited as a tourist a few years ago, like the fact that it is the oldest...
I agree with the other reviewers that yes, the architecture is fabulous, but I really encourage anyone visiting to attend the 12:00pm mass there to really...
I wanted to see the burial crypt for the defenders of the Alamo. Somehow in my head I thought it would be set into the floor with a plaque over it but much...
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“Breathtaking!”
The Cathedral is absolutely spectacular. When you enter the church, you will be amazed and overcome by emotion due to the history and absolute ...
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My Brother Joe
On April 2004, I was at San Fernado Catherdral Church For My Oldest Brother Furneral, He wanted to be at this church at his last Day of his L...
The Cathedral- under construction
San Fernando indeed peaked my interest when reading about it. However, when we went, that area was mostly under construction, so that hampered...
Refreshing For the Soul !
I love San Fernando Cathedral, I live in SA and was a parishner to SFC but during the remodel phase I got displaced and returned to my parish S...
Beautiful Cathedral
The San Fernando Cathedral is beautiful. However, parking is limited because is located downtown. There are masses in Spanish and English. T...
Excellent find
We just happened to be passing by and decided to stop in. It is a beautiful cathedral. I would recommend it to anyone, no matter what your fa...
I would like to visit again!
It was so special for my family, my Dad and for me, my Mom's wish was to visit the Cathedral, but she was unable to visit with us. She's no lon...
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