Saint Pierre Cathedral - Geneve, Switzerland
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member manchanegra
N 46° 12.075 E 006° 08.882
32T E 279971 N 5120362
This Cathedral in Geneva, Switzerland it is best known as the adopted home church of John Calvin, one of the leaders of the Protestant Reformation. It´s has also one of the best views over Geneve
Waymark Code: WM6A7B
Location: Genève, Switzerland
Date Posted: 05/01/2009
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member saopaulo1
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?This Cathedral in Geneva, Switzerland, belonging to the Reformed Church of Switzerland, was begun in the 12th century, and includes an eclectic mix of styles. It is best known as the adopted home church of John Calvin, one of the leaders of the Protestant Reformation. Inside the church is a wooden chair used by Calvin.
The area beneath the Cathedral has recently been excavated extensively, revealing a rich history of the site dating back to the time of the Roman Empire.


One hundred fifty seven steps lead to the summit of the cathedral’s north tower and to a fabulous panorama overlooking the city and the lake.

You will also be charmed by the Clémence, the queen of the bells, weighing over 6 tons and hoisted to this very tower in 1407.

The first phase of the cathedral’s construction dates back to the year 1160 and lasted nearly a century. Many events, including a series of fires, led to restorations and reconstructions, modifying its original design.

Then, in the middle of the 16th century, the advent of the Reformation, with its philosophy of austerity, upset the entire interior of the building.

All ornaments were removed and the coloured decors whitewashed. Only the stained glass windows were spared.

Its current neo-classic facade dates from the middle of the 18th century, having replaced the former Gothic one.

Adapted from wikiledia
Address:
Paroisse de Saint-Pierre Place du Bourg de Four 24 CH-1204 Genève

Religious affiliation: Protestant

Date founded or constructed: 1833/12/05

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