A religious building project on par with the medieval cathedrals, St. John the Divine is the largest Gothic Revival cathedral in the world. Construction began in 1892, and it still isn't finished. Stone carvers are often repairing the structure. The church is the seat of the bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of New York. Inside you'll find priceless tapestries by Barberini. Guided tours take you through the cathedral's ins and outs and explain the history and architecture of this great space. The cathedral hosts concerts and other events throughout the year. Monday-Saturday 7 am-6 pm, Sunday 7 am-7 pm. Services daily. Tours are held Tuesday-Saturday at 11 am and Sunday at 1 pm. Entrance to the cathedral is free. The standard tour is US$5 adults, US$4 seniors and students. 1047 Amsterdam Ave. at 112th Street (subway line 1 to 110th Street-Cathedral Parkway), Manhattan, New York City. Phone 212-316-7490 for general information, 212-932-7347 for tours. http://www.stjohndivine.org.
