Parramatta historical churches

St. Patrick's Cathedral in Parramatta serves as the Roman Catholic cathedral church of the Diocese, housing the seat of the Catholic Bishop. It was originally founded in 1836 as St. Patrick's Church and designed by architect John Bede Polding. St. John's Cathedral, a heritage-listed Anglican cathedral in Parramatta, New South Wales, was established in 1803. Recognized as the provisional cathedral of the Anglican Diocese of Sydney in 1969 and a Regional Cathedral in 2011 for the Western Region, it stands as one of the oldest and historically significant buildings in Australia. Reflecting the cultural diversity of Parramatta, St. John's Cathedral offers services in English, Mandarin, Cantonese, and Farsi.

Positioned in Centennial Square at the heart of Parramatta, St. John's Cathedral welcomes the public to its extensive church grounds. These grounds, once serving as the town square and Governor Macquarie's marketplace, provide a glimpse into the historical significance of the area.

Parramatta historical churches - Localista

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