⛪ Banjul Cathedral
Gambia
About This Sacred Site
The Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption in Banjul is the principal Catholic church of the Gambia, a predominantly Muslim country known for its remarkable religious tolerance. The cathedral serves a small but devout Catholic community in a nation where Christians and Muslims share holidays, attend each other's ceremonies, and frequently intermarry. This spirit of interfaith harmony, embodied in the cathedral's welcoming atmosphere, has made the Gambia a model of religious coexistence in West Africa. The cathedral hosts significant community events and interfaith gatherings.
Key Facts
- •Principal Catholic church of the Gambia
- •The Gambia is approximately 95% Muslim but known for religious tolerance
- •Christians and Muslims commonly attend each other's religious celebrations
- •The cathedral hosts interfaith gatherings and community events
- •The Gambia is considered a model of religious coexistence
Location
Coordinates: 13.4531, -16.5775
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