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06. Stavanger Cathedral

Right next to the beautiful Stavanger Cathedral, you'll find another figure number 6 from Antony Gormley's "Broken Column" art project. This sculpture stands not far from the historic church, creating a good blend of old and new.

06. Stavanger Catherdral
06. Stavanger Catherdral

The Stavanger Cathedral, or Domkirke, is a truly remarkable landmark. It's actually Norway's oldest cathedral, serving as the seat of the Bishop of Stavanger. This impressive stone church dates all the way back to around 1125, making it nearly 900 years old! Built in a long church style, it can seat about 800 people.

The area around the cathedral is often peaceful, but it can also be busy. You might see people walking to and from the church, or tourists taking pictures.

If you visit a Stavanger city center, you can take a moment to look at the sculpture and then explore the cathedral. It's a great way to see how art and history come together in Stavanger. You can also walk around the area, which has a cozy lake and small city park.