First Church of Otago
First Church of Otago
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Eaa1947
Gold Coast, Australia634 contributions
Dec 2022
This 19th century white stone building is very impressive, especillay as it is located on one of several hills in Dunedin. As the interior was closed we could only admire its impressive turrets and spires apart from the very tall central spire. The gothic style church is in white marble unlike many other Dunedin buildings in Blue stone.
Written 10 January 2023
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KodoDrummer
Buenos Aires, Argentina70,581 contributions
Jan 2020
I like the Gothic architecture and the stained glass windows. The history displayed in the church is very informative, and good to read from a historical perspective.
Written 18 January 2020
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dianedinky
Dunfermline, UK1,347 contributions
Feb 2023
Very nice church that is worth a visit rather than St Pauls on the Octagon - in my opinion. It is just a street down from that area but many people miss it.
Written 10 June 2023
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Michael-4551
Caloundra, Australia5,528 contributions
Apr 2018 • Friends
Visited on Monday 30th April. We were disappointed to see it covered in scaffolding on the outside but then realised that they were trying to perserve this heritage building for future generations. The inside was Magnificent and worth taking the time to visit.
Written 17 June 2018
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HyacinthBucket049
Newcastle, Australia90 contributions
Mar 2018 • Couples
We did not go into this building but from the outside it looked like a lot of the older ones of similar style in Britain and Europe, if you like Churches or Cathedrals it would be worth a visit.
Written 10 April 2018
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Margaret B
19 contributions
Mar 2017 • Couples
A breathtaking building. Very unusual for a non-conformist church. The wide inside space is amazing. Don't miss it.
Written 4 March 2017
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TheShis
Tel Aviv, Israel43,255 contributions
Apr 2015 • Couples
Located a 5-minute walk from the octagon, this 19th century church features a gothic design, which oozes character.
-We visited the church after dark, and its beautiful design provided some lovely photo ops.
-We visited the church after dark, and its beautiful design provided some lovely photo ops.
Written 24 July 2015
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im44
Jamaica758 contributions
Nov 2013 • Couples
This is a gorgeous old and first church of Dunedin. Recently restored. The Scottish Presbyterian nature is clear as a bell though the pews do have pillows. The organ, we would have loved to hear it bellow in the church itself which seemed ideal for it. The gorgeous stained glass.. Great place for solitude. Wonderful. Donations accepted. Easy to get to walking, but parking will be a challenge.
Written 8 November 2013
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Naina-Damani
London, UK996 contributions
Feb 2020
First Church is a prominent church in Dunedin and located in the heart of the city which is a perfect architectural building.
Written 10 January 2021
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robertmc
Canberra, Australia163 contributions
Jan 2020
You don't have to be at all religious to appreciate the beauty and heritage of this stunning building.
Written 2 February 2020
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