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Cork Cathedral: History of a Neo-Gothic Landmark in Ireland<\/h2>\n
The magnificent St. Fin Barre’s Cathedral<\/strong> in Cork that you see today was built between 1865 and 1879. But let’s take a closer look at its history.<\/p>\n The cathedral is named after its patron saint, St. Fin Barre (6th-7th century). He was Bishop of Cork and is said to have lived as a hermit on a small island called Gougane Barra before founding the monastery in Cork.<\/p>\n The cathedral site dates back to the 7th century when the monastery was founded and a succession of religious buildings ensured that Christian worship continued to take place there over the centuries. The settlements that arose all around the cathedral eventually became the city of Cork.<\/p>\n Around 1536, during the Protestant Reformation, the cathedral became part of the official church (later known as the Church of Ireland).<\/p>\n In 1864, the small cathedral was demolished to make way for the magnificent structure built in its place and that you see today. The cathedral was designed by William Burges, an enthusiast of 13th century French Gothic architecture. Burges designed every part of the building, including the glass windows and 1,260 pieces of sculpture.<\/p>\n The cathedral was consecrated in 1870, although building work continued for years.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n\n\t\tThe Gargoyles of Cork Cathedral: Formal Diversity and Sculptural Richness<\/h2>\n