galway cathedral

The Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and Saint Nicholas, dominates Galway's skyline. It is on the site of the old Galway Gaol - featured in Lady Gregory's 'Gaol Gate'.

Dedicated in August 1965 by the late Cardinal Cushing of Boston, USA, the cathedral is built in cut limestone in a combination of classical and traditional design, and has Connemara Marble flooring.