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That's So Grotesque! Tour of the National Cathedral's Exterior
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Members Who Went Said:
Mark has great background on the Cathedral. He knows some of the guys who put up some of that great stonework and has done his research. He provided a good overview of the exterior stonemasonry and chose some charming, interesting and funny pieces to show us. I would certainly recommend his tour to others.
M Mark was a great tour guide. Very knowledgeable. He pointed out a wide range of fascinating carvings, and along the way we learned about the Cathedral's history. Bring binoculars for sure- you won't be able to see anything without them.
Laura The tour was definately interesting and Mark (the guide) is very informative. Despite the bitter cold, it was a fun experience and I would definately check out the other tours that Mark offers. |
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More Details About This Event: Note: This is a different tour from Best Tours’ Gargoyle tour. It doesn’t cover the same ground. About Best Tours - DC: Best Tours started five years ago in Washington, DC and New York City and the main focus remains on each particular tour.
About Washington National Cathedral: A frequent site of nationally significant memorial services, the National Cathedral is open to worshipers of all denominations. Under construction for most of the 20th century and completed and consecrated in 1990, this Gothic cathedral is the sixth largest in the world. Flying buttresses, gargoyles, crypts, a 98-foot vaulted ceiling and many intimate chapels contribute to this architectural masterpiece. The grounds invite exploration with curving walkways, well-kept hedges and spacious lawns from which to view the city.The cornerstone of the Cathedral was laid in 1907, and the final finial was set in place in 1990. The Cathedral was built and is operated solely on the support of private donations. The Cathedral receives no support from the federal government or any national church. Officially named the Cathedral Church of St. Peter and St. Paul, the Cathedral serves as three-fold mission: |
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Catherine J Moynihan