sacred heart cathedral

lindamW2441PW

Totally maginacent are the only words this place is a must see for all so awe inspiring and peaceful to be in go bendiego

Captainsam1

You can travel the world looking at cathedrals and loving everyone of them, Bendigo has one as impressive as anywhere. Mind blowing how they built amazing buildings that can't even be done today.

AnnaCMelbourne

So beautiful and grand. Very peaceful and the organ playing was nice.Did not expect such a tall church in Bendigo.

annettepearce21

Set on a hilly knoll as you enter Bendigo, you can see this Cathedral's spire from almost every point in Bendigo. At night it is lit with soft lighting which shows off its architecture. Inside there are large wooden Angels looking down on you as you walk the marbled floor. Weddings are a favourite as well as Christenings. All people are welcome to come and visit, make a donation if you wish or stop by for some quiet time, reflection and prayer. A must see.

892judithc

The Cathedral speaks for itself. It was a magnificent structure and the maintenance and repairs only make it more incredible. The beauty and the absolute awe that eminates is intoxicating and unforgettable.

sheila198

I have been fortunate enough to be to a wedding and a christening at this church it is beautiful I haven't seen a nicer one even if you are not religious it is worth a look

Rivor

The outside gothic style appearance is imposing from its position on the hillside. Inside its relative simplicity and the way the light enters from unadorned windows gives it a very pleasing ambience. I would have liked to climb up to the towers but unsurprisingly the access gates were locked.

PaulS803

As one approaches Bendigo from the South, Sacred Heart Cathedral appears on the left, set on a hill and rising up in all its majesty. It is a Gothic style Roman Catholic cathedral, and one of the largest in Australia. It is worth walking around the outside, particularly noting the garden setting with the Virgin Mary appearing to Bernadette of Lourdes. There is a wealth of detail to enjoy inside, including the carved angels looking down from the wooden roof, the Bishop's chair with its elaborate canopy, the beautiful ceiling of the St Francis Chapel, and the colourful and ornate west window. Not just worth a visit: worth a trip!

simonej441

This church is fascinating and the scale is unbelievable.The size is assisted by it's location, perched on a hillside high above the main drag into Bendigo. The entrances are grand and bold and the interior cavernous. I left my husband at the Rays Outdoors shop opposite to explore the church. I took a zillion photos but I think the statistics found on the internet, or similarly in the booklet for purchase in the church, are the staggering feature. The source of the different stones, the time taken to build it, the weight of the cross on the main turret, the types of wood used for the ceiling etc.Don't miss the great modern days likeness of Mary McKillop made from glass and bronze outside either.A jaw dropping church by any standards.

ProfFelix

Excellent choir and amazing bells. This magnificent cathedral, the last of the great cathedrals which take a century to build, puts paid to the old cliches about Europe having a monopoly on Western tradition - the glorious architecture of this building is the logical expression of the gold rush wealth and stonemasonry skills of the region.

FleurP

Stunning church, beautifully made from stone. Stunning both inside and out. So much nicer to view now the buildings in front have been removed. Well worth stopping in for a look!

Semperpronto

A fantastic occasion makes this an even better occasion. The Cathedral is a magnificent piece of sacred architecture that can be enjoyed with a wander through. It has provided a great venue for musical presentations as well. Its purpose is worship and it makes a great space when filled with community. We were there with family and friends for a wedding, and the light, vaulted ceilings, woodwork, stained glass and ambience all added to the occasion. An amazing, spectacular, friendly space.

plugger14

I'm not religious but this cathedral is on the must to do list if visiting Bendigo. Huge in size, perched up on a hill, this building commands attention.

Mobfib

Apart from the phenomenal structure of the building itself which takes your breath away when you walk around, this is a wondrous House Of God. For those who love beautiful structures, you certainly won't be disappointed and for those who have Faith In God, you will find the Peace and Love of God emanating from every corner of our Sacred Heart Cathedral.

neesy1960

Amazing building. Architecture is wonderful, the organ magnificent. A lovely guide greeted us. The Sister Mary MacKillop statue is a new addition since my last visit many years ago just after the Cathedral was completed.