Basilica of Saint Mary and Saint Paul Cathedral

Comparing two great historic buildings in the Twin Cities.... Basilica of Saint Mary and The Saint Paul Cathedral. Both of which have similar architectural features and share the same architect, it's no wonder they are both such show stopping buildings.

Basilica of Saint Mary

Basilica of Saint Mary

Built: 1907
Designed by architect: E.L. Masqueray
Architectural Style: Classical Revival and Beaux-Arts
Addes to the NRHP in 1975
Largest example of Beaux-Arts architecture in Minnesota

Interior of Basilica of Saint Mary

Saint Paul Cathedral

Saint Paul Cathedral

Built: 1907
Designed by architect E.L. Masqueray and Whitney Warren
Architectural Style: Classical Revival
Third largest completed church in the USA and the forth tallest
Inspired by French Renaissance architecture
Interior is illuminated by twenty four stained glass windows

Interior of Saint Paul Cathedral

Have you had a chance to tour these stunning architectural treats?

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Labels: Architecture, Historic, Twin Cities