Cathedral Basilica of Saint John theBaptist

Church Steeple

     The Cathidral Basilica of Saint John the Baptist is located at 222 E. Harris Street, Savannah, Georgia.  Construction on the structure began in 1873.  It was nearly completely destroyed  in 1898.  It was rebuilt in 1899.

     The building is completely built of brick.  There are 81 stained glass windows.  There are 16 gargoyles.  It is 214 feet tall.

Church Exterior

Church Exterior

Church Exterior


     It was dedicated in in 1876.  The architect was Ephraim Francis Baldwin.  The building style is French Gothic.

Church Interior

Church Interior

Church Interior

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