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Spiritual and Religious Places in Austin

By Rachel Rosen


Every year, people of all spiritual backgrounds visit holy landmarks to explore their non secular roots. Others visit to appreciate the classy beauty, architecture and history of these sites. For those seeking the best of these attributes, a tour of the non secular sites of Austin is the ideal excursion. For any one planning a holiday, long weekend or short trip, the religious sites in Austin have everything to supply tourists of many interests.

St. Mary's Cathedral

Established in 1884, St. Mary's Cathedral is probably one of the most visited non secular landmarks in Austin. Located in Central Austin, this Catholic church serves a diocese of more than 450,000. The church is meant to provoke by divine natural beauty and features naturalistic themes inside the sanctuary including tree like pillars, ivy stenciling, and a blue dome ceiling complete along with stars to represent Heaven. Mass is expediently held 18 times per week to house the enormous congregation and visitors.

Congregation Beth Israel

The Congregation Beth Israel is probably one of the most popular spiritual landmarks in Austin and is found in the center of the city. Established in 1885 as the first Jewish church in Austin, this church offers a community outreach support programme for locals who are suffering from Alzheimer's illness.

Chapel Dulcinea

One of the most treasured Austin religious landmarks is the Chapel Dulcinea. This Spanish designed, open air chapel is perched on a cliff at the end of a traditional Texas walking trail. Located 20 minutes from the town, this chapel is famous for hosting free weddings to folks all across the globe. The chapel is open to visitors from 8 am to 8 pm seven days each week.

Our Lady of Guadalupe Church

As one of the oldest religious sites in Austin, Our Lady of Guadalupe Church is the leading Hispanic relic in the town. This church was initially constructed in 1907 and reconstructed after a fire in 1951. Our Lady of Guadalupe church is known for its annual Feast of Guadalupe held every December 12th in honor of the guardian saint.

First United Methodist Church of Austin

One of the most heavily visited Austin religious landmarks is the 1st United Methodist Church. Established in 1853, The First United Methodist Church has a fascinating history stepping out with the civil war. Today, the Church takes pride in being opening and welcoming to people of all areas of life. The church is located in the western part of Austin and offers conventional sermons on Sun. Mornings and Wed. evenings.




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