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    This place of Christian worship and pilgramige forover 1,400 years is located in London, England. This cathedral was built in the late 17th century to the design of Sir Christopher Wren. It was the predecesor of earlier churches which had been on the site since 604. It is now the Cathedral of the Diocese of London, and there has been a Bishop of London since at least 314 A.D.

    St. Paul's is a focal point of the Anglican Communion which originates from the Church of England. It houses its ancient Catholic traditions as well as its 16th century Reformation heritage.

    Since this Cathedral's cheif purpose is to be the center for worship of God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirity; it is thus a chruch for the City of London, for England, and even the world. Even its music, architecture and liturgy are famous and its congregation is made up of worshippers from all around the world.

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