St. Anne's Cathedral

St Anne's Cathedral is located in the centre of Belfast, near the Town Hall. It was opened at the end of the 19th century, on the site of an old church, now it is a majestic building in the Irish-Romanesque style. His hallmark is unique mosaic stained glass.

The first architect was Sir Thomas Drew, and the cathedral itself was built on the site of an existing church there. Construction was completed in 1904 and only the windows remained unchanged from the original structure. During the Second World War, the cathedral was badly damaged by bombing. Reconstruction has been slow and difficult due to ongoing funding problems, but thanks in no small part to donations, it has been restored to its original greatness.

Today, St. Anne's Cathedral remains the center of Irish Protestantism, it is held by representatives of the Connor and Down-and-Dromore diasporas. Tourists often come here to hear the sounds of a magnificent organ. Divine services are held every day. Another attraction of the cathedral is the tomb of Lord Carson, a well-known representative of the Irish opposition.