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The Gargoyle Who Ate DC: A Tour of the Gargoyles of the National Cathedral
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Members Who Went Said:
This tour gave GREAT information about the gargoyles, including how to look for the different stone-carvers' styles and a good bit of interesting history. We saw a lot of different carvings, and now can't wait to go back on our own to hunt for more!
Margaret R Interesting summary and engaging guide. A small group; easy to ask questions, which added to the enjoyment.
Anonymous Member Interesting and entertaining! |
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More Details About This Event: This tour looks at the gargoyles that guard and protect the National Cathedral, as well as some of the carvings that decorate the largest church in the Washington area. Tour guide Mark was good friends with Constantine Seferlis, one of the stone carvers who did more than 100 of the gargoyles, saints, dogs and other creatures. His sense of humor comes across in his work!
Bring binoculars! Though some of the gargoyles are down low, most are up fairly high and binoculars really help. 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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