Cathedral · South Korea

Our Lady of Lourdes Cathedral (Gyesan Cathedral)

Daegu, Daegu, South Korea

CathedralHistoric CathedralKorean Catholic HistoryLiving Catholic ChurchCatholic Korea: Martyrs & Mission collectionActive Catholic cathedral of the Archdiocese of Daegu

Why pilgrims come

A sacred place worth the journey.

The historic cathedral of Daegu, an important living Catholic anchor for pilgrimage beyond Seoul.

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The pilgrim’s guide

What makes this visit meaningful

Meet the living Church of Daegu inside one of Korea’s important historic Catholic buildings.

The Church of Daegu at prayer

Attend liturgy when appropriate and verify the current schedule.

A historic Catholic landmark

Read the building within the growth of Catholicism beyond Seoul.

Plan the pilgrimage

One to two hours; longer for liturgy, prayer, or a guided visit

Opening hours

Tourism opening and liturgical access are different. Verify Mass with the Korean Catholic directory and avoid interrupting worship.

Getting there

Use the official destination or local Church guidance for the final approach; conditions and transport can change.

Accessibility

Historic religious and archaeological settings can include steps, uneven surfaces, slopes, or restricted areas. Confirm current access with the official custodian before travel.

Before you go

This is a cathedral first. Historic architecture should deepen, not displace, encounter with the local Church.

Official visitor information ↗Schedules and access can change. Confirm on the official site shortly before your visit.

Mass & worship

Check before you travel

Mass times have not yet been independently verified for this destination. Always confirm with the church or shrine before traveling.

Official Mass times ↗Church website ↗

Sources & confidence

1 catalog source

Korea Tourism Organization ↗No verification date is listed; confirm current details with the destination.