Cathedral of the Annunciation

Gospić, Croatia

The Cathedral of the Annunciation of Mary was built between 1781 and 1783 in Baroque style. During the Yugoslav Wars on September 15, 1991, the church burned down: the roof and the top of the tower burned completely, while the interior of the church was damaged by fire. The reconstruction began in 1992 and ended in 1999.

On May 25, 2000, with the Bull 'Ad christifidelium spirituali' Pope John Paul II erected the Diocese of Gospić-Senj, while bringing the church to the status of cathedral.

References:

Wikipedia

Address

Ulica doktor Ante Starčevića 18, Gospić, Croatia

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Details

Founded: 1781
Category: Religious sites in Croatia

More Information

en.wikipedia.org

Rating

4.8/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

Mandica Hrvoj (2 years ago)
Peace, true peace, is given by Christ our Lord.

Rebecca Molitor (2 years ago)
A beautiful church and lovely, welcoming congregation. An experience I won't forget in my travels. Thank you

Ivan Skočić (3 years ago)
Simply a special cathedral, a place where God’s peace can be felt

Josipa Basic (3 years ago)
The church is open during the day. Also all additional information is posted on the bulletin board inside the Cathedral.

Nina Rukavina (4 years ago)
She was at Mass, her heart and soul strengthened ....... ⛪

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