- Address: Place du Bourg-de-Four 24, 1204 Genève, Switzerland
- Phone: +41 22 311 75 75
- Website: www.saintpierre-geneve.ch
- Start of construction: 1160.
- Working hours: 8.30 - 18.30, Sunday - 12.00 - 18.30
- Cost of visit: adult - 8 francs, children - 4 francs
One of the main attractions of Geneva has long been the Cathedral of St. Peter or, as it is called by local residents, the cathedral "Saint Pien". Its walls preserve a centuries-old history, and the building itself is striking with its extraordinary Gothic style. At night, the cathedral highlights many searchlights, which give him special charm.
Architecture and history
In 1160, the construction of St. Peter's Cathedral in Geneva began . At that time in the city there were many unpleasant events that affected the date of its opening. Only in 150 years the cathedral Sen Pien began to function and became one of the best at that time in Switzerland . Originally it was built in the classical Romanesque style, but over the years it was reconstructed many times, and, accordingly, the style of architecture was changed and diluted by others. In 1406, near the St. Peter's Cathedral, a chapel was built in the style of classicism, at that time several walls of the temple itself were rebuilt and resembled classical baroque. Despite such a diverse mix of styles, in general, the cathedral has a rather beautiful, expedient Gothic style.
Cathedral in our time
Today St. Peter's Cathedral in Switzerland is active. He became a real pride of the locals and a mandatory place to visit in Geneva . It hosts festive mass, reads prayers, sings the church choir and musicians play on the organ. The main value of the cathedral was the throne of the reformer Zhanna Calvin, as well as several medieval icons. Surprisingly, the icons in it are quite small. The cathedral does not have its own iconostasis, but each prayer book is dedicated to a certain Saint.
Inside the cathedral you will be surprised by its stunning architecture and wonderful atmosphere. Its roof, more precisely the dome area is especially beautiful, because the vaulted ceiling has been adorned with artistic illustrations from the Bible for more than a century. You can participate, if you're lucky, in the masses, which will give you many pleasant impressions.
To tourists on a note
At the entrance to St. Peter's Cathedral, women must put on a headscarf. It seems that the usual rule, but still there is a difference. In no case can the shawl be replaced by a shawl. Colored and vivid shades of clothing are not welcome. Men who have tattoos should hide them well under a layer of clothing. Violation of this dress code is considered offensive and unacceptable.
The Saint-Pierre Cathedral is open every day from 8.30 to 18.30, and on Sunday is open for tourists from 12.00 to 18.30. On Sunday morning, only parishioners or ministers from other churches can come to him. The ticket price is small - 8 francs for an adult, for a child - 4. You can reach the church by bus number 8.10 and 11. The nearest public transport stops are Molard and Cathedrale.
The convenient location of the cathedral in the center allows tourists to also visit other interesting places in Geneva: the Bourg-de-Four square , the famous Reformation Wall and one of the city 's best museums - the Natural History Museum and the Museum of Art and History .
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