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A tranquil place in the bustling city of Chengdu~ The century-old Ping'an Bridge Catholic Church

The Ping'an Bridge Catholic Church in Chengdu, as a Byzantine-style building with a hundred years of history, not only serves as a holy place for religious activities, but also an important symbol of the city's cultural heritage. The Chengdu Ping'an Catholic Church is located in the core area of Chengdu city, adjacent to the northwest side of Tianfu Square's Xihuamen Street (formerly Ping'an Bridge Street). This church is the heart of the Catholic diocese in Chengdu, where the cathedral is located. Its architectural style blends classic and elegant, showcasing the appearance of traditional European churches and profound religious implications. The Ping'an Bridge Catholic Church is not just a place for Catholic believers to pray and gather, its unique architectural aesthetics and artistic value also make it a landmark building in Chengdu. Despite being surrounded by the bustling city center, the Ping'an Bridge Catholic Church can maintain tranquility and dignity, providing a space for the fast-paced city residents to pause, look up at the sky, and contemplate.

Friends circle asked crazy, it's not Europe! It's in Chengdu

In the center of Chengdu, there is a hidden Catholic church⛪, It has the simplicity and elegance of western Sichuan residences, and the retro and art of European architecture, This largest church⛪ in Chengdu has a hundred years of history, but time seems to have stopped here. - ⛪Coordinates: Ping'an Bridge Cathedral 🔍Address: Near Tianfu Square on Xihuamen Street / Accessible by Metro Line 1.4 🕰️Opening hours: Monday-Friday 7:30-17:00, all day on weekends; - ❤️Travel tips ✔The exterior of the church is beautiful (square + statue of the Virgin), it is very easy to take pictures with a European feel; ✔You can visit inside the church but no photography📸; ✔Dress appropriately, otherwise you may not be able to enter; ✔The east gate is temporarily closed, you need to enter from the west gate next to the church⛪ coffee; - 📸Photo outfit suggestions: ①European retro style will appear high-end; ②National style will show temperament; ③Pair it with a delicate bag👜 with national intangible cultural heritage brocade;

Ping'an Bridge Cathedral

Located on Xihuamen Street (formerly Ping'an Bridge Street) in the northwest corner of Tianfu Square in Chengdu, there is a group of simple and elegant Byzantine-style buildings - Ping'an Bridge Cathedral. This is where the bishop's office of the Catholic Diocese of Chengdu is located. In March 2013, Chengdu Ping'an Bridge Cathedral was announced by the State Council as the seventh batch of national key cultural relics protection units. Ping'an Bridge Cathedral covers an area of nearly 30 acres, with a building area of 8508 square meters, and is currently the largest Catholic church in Chengdu. In 1897, Bishop Luo Shuya of France began to build it by recruiting craftsmen from Chongzhou, Dayi, and Qionglai in the suburbs of Chengdu. It took 7 years to complete. The Ping'an Bridge Cathedral includes large and small churches, the Immaculate Conception Church, and the bishop's office. The church is in the shape of a '十', the bishop's office is in the shape of a '束', and the entire building complex is in the shape of a '悚', with a unique shape, simple and elegant. That day, while I was shooting the exterior of the church, a manager politely invited me to visit. Because of the time, and I didn't study Catholicism, I politely declined the gentleman's kindness. As for what the inside of the church looks like, I never knew, and I felt quite regretful afterwards.

Chengdu! Places suitable for one person to visit (2/100) Century-old church

Isolated from the hustle and bustle of the world, meet with the inner self. Hope we are not defined by the secular, as free as the wind. Today, let's embark on the journey of Ping'an Bridge Catholic Church together. Stepping into the church, it's like being in another world, far away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Here, every inch of space is filled with tranquility and sanctity. The sunlight shines through the colorful rose windows, like the holy light shining, each bench carries the joys and sorrows of the world. This Catholic Church is one of the largest buildings in Chengdu, built in 1904 during the Guangxu period, designed and constructed by French priests, the combination of Chinese and Western styles is eye-catching. It has experienced countless storms, including the Sichuan Army Lane War in 1932, the Diexi Earthquake in 1933, and the Japanese bombing in 1939, but it still stands tall, witnessing the vicissitudes of history. Inside the church, on those mottled benches, perhaps a pair of lovers have made vows, perhaps a family has gathered together. Now, may God favor, treat everyone who comes here gently with his love. The tips here are worth noting: When visiting the church, please do not wear straps or short skirts, hats and glasses need to be taken off in advance. The detailed information of the church is as follows: 📍Address: Ping'an Bridge Catholic Church 🎫Ticket: Free 🚇Transportation: Take Line 1 or Line 4 to Luomashi Station, Exit A 🕘Opening hours: Monday to Friday 7:30—17:00, open all day on weekends There are also places worth visiting nearby, such as Maha Pond and Donghua Gate Ruins Park. This is not only the location of the Catholic Church, but also a historical and cultural relic in the urban area of Chengdu. This is not just a building, but a carrier of a story, a witness to a period of history. Here, you can put down worldly troubles, be alone with yourself, and listen to the voice of your heart. Hope we can all be as free as the wind, not defined, enjoy every moment of life.

The Ping’an Bridge Catholic Church is the largest Catholic Church in #chengdu and was built in 1904. The exterior colors have faded a bit and unfortunately we were not able to go inside. Sculptures of the Apostles are set in the wall surrounding the church. It’s a pretty location. #mynovgetaway

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