The difference between church and cathedral usually causes confusion, and these words are often used interchangeably. Strictly speaking, a church refers to a small missionary church where local residents usually go to worship or hold weddings and funerals. Cathedrals refer to those large churches, which are mostly used to hold some important religious activities. In fact, the size of the church can also be larger than the cathedral.
This issue of Miracle of Ergonomics will take you to explore the world's largest 10 church (cathedral) from the perspective of building area, but excluding mosques and monasteries.
Area: 8318m2
Venue: Zaragoza, Spain
Religion: Roman Catholicism
Established in 168 1 year-196 1 year.
The Cathedral of Notre Dame is the second cathedral in Spain, second only to the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Seville. With an area of 83 18 square meters, the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Sacred Pillar is the main attraction of Zaragoza.
As the name implies, the Cathedral of Notre Dame is dedicated to the Virgin Mary, because there is a row of jasper wooden statues of the Virgin Mary in the cathedral. The statue was personally given to St James by the Virgin Mary and told him where to build a church to commemorate himself.
Area: 8515m2
Venue: Rome, Italy
Religion: Roman Catholicism
Built in the 4th century-1823.
St Paul's Cathedral outside the city is one of the oldest churches in Rome. This church was built by the Roman emperor Constantine I in the cemetery of Sao Paulo. It is said that after the apostle was executed, his followers built a memorial hall. Pope Sylvester inaugurated the first cathedral in 324.
The current area of St. Paul's Church outside the city is 85 15 square meters. There is also an ancient Benedictine monastery near the cathedral, which was restored by Auden in cluny in 936. Surprisingly, this monastery is still active under the command of the current abbot.
Area: 8700 square meters
Venue: Fatima, Portugal
Religion: Roman Catholicism
Built in 2004-2007.
Fatima Catholic Temple Church is a relatively new giant church in Fatima, Portugal. It is also the largest church in Portugal, with an area of 8,700 square meters and a capacity of 9,000 people. There are four other smaller churches in this complex.
As thousands of people visit Fatima Reserve every year, the site needs a new church, because the previous church can only accommodate hundreds of people. Fatima Holy Church was built in 2004-2007, which has a modern architectural appearance.
Area: 9687.4 square meters
Venue: Liverpool, England
Religion: Anglican Church
Built in 1904-1978
The Christian Cathedral in Liverpool is the largest Anglican church in the world, covering an area of 9,687.4 square meters. The center of Liverpool Christian Cathedral is a single tower with a height of100.8m, which is one of the tallest bell towers in the world. In addition, the 13 clock of Liverpool Christian Cathedral is 67 meters above the ground and weighs 3 1 ton, which is also the highest and heaviest in the world.
190 1 year, after a town hall meeting, the city of Liverpool decided that it needed a new cathedral. The design of Liverpool Christian Cathedral was drafted by Gilles Gilbert Scott, who was only 22 years old. It was selected in 1903 and completed between 1904 and 1978.
Area: 10090 m2
Venue: Lichenstein, Poland
Religion: Roman Catholicism
Built in 1994 -2004
Notre Dame is the largest church in Poland, with an area of 10090 square meters. It is located in Nichin Street, Poland, and is funded by donations from pilgrims.
The portrait of the sad virgin Mary is displayed in the church, and Notre Dame is considered to be the most important pilgrimage site in Poland. 1994 started construction, and it was dedicated to June 2004 12 years later.
Area: 1 1200m2.
Venue: Manhattan, new york, USA.
Religion: Episcopal Church of America
Built on 1892- today
St John's Cathedral is the largest church in northern new york, the main church in the diocese and the seat of the bishop. St. John's Cathedral covers an area of11200m2. Built in 1892, it will be built in three phases.
Unlike other cathedrals on this list, St. John's Cathedral is relatively young (it has only been open for about 126 years) and is still considered as a building under construction. In addition to the cathedral itself, St. John's Cathedral and its surrounding gardens and other buildings also constitute a huge building complex of 45,700 square meters.
By the way, this is the only church I have been to on this list, which is purely coincidental. In 20 15, the author went to Manhattan on business and happened to pass by St. John's Cathedral (I didn't know its name before, so I asked a roadside vendor). I was instantly shocked by its tall and quiet air, but because I was busy at that time, I had to take a few photos in a hurry and left. Unfortunately, I never went there again until I left the United States on 20 18, even though he was in the city where I lived.
Area:11520m2
Venue: Seville, Spain
Religion: Roman Catholicism
Established in 140 1 year-1528.
Seville Cathedral is the largest Gothic building in the world and the chairman of the Archbishop of Seville, with an area of 1 1520 square meters.
Although the architecture of the cathedral is impressive, the altar painting of Notre Dame Cathedral in Seville is one of the greatest works of art ... It is considered as the largest altar in the whole Christian world, with a height of about 30 meters and a width of about 20 meters.
In addition, the tomb of Christopher Columbus (the great explorer who opened the era of great navigation) is located in the entrance of Notre Dame de Seville.
Area: 1 1700 square meters
Venue: Milan, Italy
Religion: Roman Catholicism
Built in 1386-1965.
The internal area of Milan Cathedral is 1 1700 square meters, and the building materials weigh 325,000 tons. In addition, Milan Cathedral is large enough to accommodate 3,400 statues, 150 Gargoyle, 55 stained glass windows and 200 reliefs.
The history of Milan Cathedral can be traced back to 1386, when Archbishop Antonio da Salluzzo planned to build a new cathedral. In the following centuries, Milan Cathedral was expanded and restored on a large scale in the 20th century.
Area:12000m2
Venue: Aparecida, Brazil
Religion: Roman Catholicism
Built in 1955-1980
The National Pilgrimage Temple of Our Lady of Aparecida is the largest church in Brazil, with an area of 12000 square meters. It is an important sacred place for the Brazilian people and dedicated to the Virgin Mary, who has been the patron saint of Brazil since 1930.
As the second cathedral in the world, the National Pilgrimage Hall of Our Lady of Aparesida can hold 45,000 people. Because it is so important, millions of pilgrims come here to visit the Virgin Mary every year. Many popes also visited the national pilgrimage sites of Our Lady of Aparecida, including Pope John Paul II, Pope Benedict XVI and Pope Francis.
Area: 15 160m2.
Venue: Vatican, Italy
Religion: Roman Catholicism
Built in 1506-1626.
St Peter's Cathedral is the largest and perhaps the most famous church in the world. The huge St. Peter's Cathedral is located in the center of the Vatican, with an internal area of 15 160 square meters and an external area of 2 1095 square meters. St Peter's Cathedral is large enough for 20,000 people to pray.
St Peter's Cathedral is the most impressive Catholic church, but it is not actually the main church of the Catholic Church or the cathedral of the Roman diocese. However, it is considered as one of the holiest places in Catholicism. St Peter's Cathedral is also a place of pilgrimage for many Catholics. The Pope often presides over many services every year, attracting thousands of Christians.