Located in Mobile Alabama the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception is a must see if you are planning a trip to Mobile. The entire church is full of history and beauty. From the first time I saw the church on the outside I knew it was something special. I would use the word breathtaking to describe it, although I'm sure not everyone would agree. If you do get the chance to see it, make sure to take a walk in cathedral square located just across from the cathedral itself, when doing this take note of the beautiful towers. These towers can be seen from the bayway when crossing from Daphne to Mobile. When you walk in the doors, stop and take a good look around, make sure you look straight down the middle of the church, the first time I visited this church I think I stood in that exact place for at least twenty minutes. The design and the colors that surround the entire church are something I have not seen anywhere else. Be sure to walk straight to the alter and turn around, it's yet another sight that is well worth seeing. Make sure to take a complete look around, many of the statues and shrines are magnificent and very detailed. If you can also go upstairs just to get a different view and take a close look at the ceilings, the upstairs is not always open so cross you fingers you have come on a good day.
There are two things that if you visit this church I recommend you taking a view moments to look at. One is the crypt, I believe it will be on the left side of the alter, you will see a spiral stairway going down. You will not actually be able to enter the crypt but you can see the crypt. The reason I recommend going down to see this is the mosiac that is in the crypt, yes you will still be able to see if. Two take a few moments and look at the stained glass windows. The are from Munich Germany and were installed starting in 1890 and the were finished in 1910.
Each window depicts Mary with Jesus. There are twelve windows in all, six on the south side, and six on the north side. The title on the windows are as follows. South side windows are Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, the Presentation of Mary at the Temple, the Annunciation, the Visitation, the Nativity of Jesus, and the Holy Family. North side windows are Finding of the Child Jesus at the Temple, the Marriage Feast of Cana, the Crucifixion of Jesus, Pentecost, the Assumption of Mary into Heaven, and the Coronation of Mary, Queen of Heaven. These are not the only windows to take notice of however, do not miss the windows at the front entrance of the church they are in my opinon the most beautiful windows in the church. One very important thing to remember when visiting this church is that it is a working church and please be respectful when you visit of the time, and how you behave. The church is free to visit and located at
2 South Claiborne Street
Mobile, AL 36602
