St. James and Our Lady of the Pillar Cathedral, Bata facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St. James and Our Lady of the Pillar Cathedral |
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| Catedral de Santiago y Nuestra Señora del Pilar de Bata | |
| Location | Bata |
| Country |  Equatorial Guinea |
| Denomination | Roman Catholic Church |
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| Diocese | Roman Catholic Diocese of Bata |
The St. James and Our Lady of the Pillar Cathedral is a large church in Bata. It is also known as the Cathedral of Bata. This building is an important part of the Roman Catholic Church in the African country of Equatorial Guinea. It is one of only three cathedrals in the country.
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History of the Cathedral
The St. James and Our Lady of the Pillar Cathedral is in the city of Bata. Bata is located on the coast of Equatorial Guinea. This cathedral follows the Latin rite, which is a common way of worship in the Catholic Church. It was officially opened in 1954.
Building the Cathedral
The design of the cathedral is called neo-Gothic. This style looks like old Gothic churches with tall arches and detailed decorations. Many missionaries helped design and build it. Construction started in 1951. The cathedral was finished on December 8, 1954. This was during the time when Spain ruled Equatorial Guinea.
Renovations and Importance
In the year 2000, work began to fix up and improve the cathedral. The government of Equatorial Guinea helped pay for these changes. The renovation work was completed in 2005. The cathedral is very important for its history and its beautiful architecture. It is officially listed as a national heritage monument. This means it is a protected building because of its special value.
See also
- Roman Catholicism in Equatorial Guinea
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