Posted in Baltimore August 21, 2017 by

There’s No Cathedral In The World Like This One In Baltimore

Baltimore is full of hidden architectural wonders. Previously, we wrote about 10 of them, and today, we featuring one that actually holds a US record. Check out this extraordinary cathedral when you get a chance.

This grand structure located on Cathedral Street is known as The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, or simply, Baltimore Basilica.
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What makes this place so unique is that it was America's first Roman Catholic Cathedral.
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Built between 1806 and 1821, this cathedral has seen some impressive visitors over the years, including popes and other religious figures from around the globe.
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Step inside and see all the little details, including an ornate altar...
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...intricately painted ceilings...
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...and even an intriguing crypt that's open to the public.
Flickr / John Holland
Lovers of art and architecture will want to visit this spot at least once, as it's the perfect combination of both.
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Find Baltimore Basilica at 409 Cathedral St, Baltimore, MD 21201. For visiting hours, click here.
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Address: 409 Cathedral St, Baltimore, MD 21201