⛪ Bissau Cathedral
Guinea-Bissau
About This Sacred Site
Bissau Cathedral, the Cathedral of Our Lady of Candelaria, is the main Roman Catholic church in the capital of Guinea-Bissau. Built during the Portuguese colonial period, it serves as the seat of the Diocese of Bissau. In a country where Islam and indigenous religions are predominant, the cathedral represents the Christian minority's spiritual heritage and serves as an ecumenical meeting point. The cathedral's simple architecture reflects the modest resources of the colonial church in West Africa.
Key Facts
- •Seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Bissau
- •Built during the Portuguese colonial era
- •Christians make up roughly 10% of Guinea-Bissau's population
- •Named in honour of Our Lady of Candelaria
- •Serves as a centre for interfaith dialogue in a predominantly Muslim country
Location
Coordinates: 11.8636, -15.5978
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