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Stavanger Domkirke Cathedral

Stavanger, Norway

Featured Review : The oldest building in town and the oldest church in Norway is Stavanger's St. Swithun Cathedral. It is named after St. Swithun, a 9th century bishop of Winchester (England). Christianity was first brought to Norway in t...See Full Review

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Norway's oldest church

  • 3 out of 5 stars by Koentje3000 from Hamme, Belgium
  • April 12, 2011
Norway's oldest church
Quote: The oldest building in town and the oldest church in Norway is Stavanger's St. Swithun Cathedral. It is named after St. Swithun, a 9th century bishop of Winchester (England). Christianity was first brought to Norway in the 10th century by King... Read the full Stavanger Domkirke Cathedral review

From journal Southern Norway's Little Gem

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Stavanger Domkirke (Cathedral) Part I

  • 4 out of 5 stars by girlfromals from Ottawa, Ontario
  • October 8, 2006
Stavanger Domkirke (Cathedral) Part I
Quote: When you first approach Stavanger Domkirke you likely will be underwhelmed by this cathedral. Located in the heart of central Stavanger, this 11th-century cathedral looks very plain indeed. The large grey stones, short stature and nearly unadorned... Read the full Stavanger Domkirke Cathedral review

From journal One Norwegian Wedding and a Journal Part I

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Stavanger Domkirke (Cathedral) Part II

  • 4 out of 5 stars by girlfromals from Ottawa, Ontario
  • October 8, 2006
Stavanger Domkirke (Cathedral) Part II
Quote: A major renovation of the Cathedral was undertaken in the 1860s greatly altering the Cathedral's exterior. The beautiful stone walls were plastered and the Cathedral's distinctive medieval look disappeared. A major restoration was undertaken from... Read the full Stavanger Domkirke Cathedral review

From journal One Norwegian Wedding and a Journal Part I

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Stavanger Domkirke (cathedral)

  • 4 out of 5 stars by samepenny from West, Texas
  • December 6, 2000
Stavanger Domkirke (cathedral)
Quote: This cold, hard, ancient building was begun in 1125. It burned in 1272, but was rebuilt with a Gothic chancel. It's frankly a depressing sight from the outside at it is covered with various death symbols. You have to wonder if any of its cold, hard... Read the full Stavanger Domkirke Cathedral review

From journal On the Crystal Harmony to Stavanger Norway