Church of St Anne, Shandon
The Church of St Anne is a Church of Ireland church located in the Shandon district of Cork city in Ireland. Built between 1722 and 1726, it is situated on a hill overlooking the River Lee. The church tower is a noted landmark and symbol of the city, and the church bells were popularised in a 19th century song.
| St. Anne's Church, Shandon | |
|---|---|
Eaglais Naomh Áine, An Seandún | |
Saint Anne's Church as seen from Church Street | |
St. Anne's Church, Shandon | |
| 51°54′12″N 08°28′34″W | |
| Location | Church Street, Cork |
| Country | Ireland |
| Denomination | Church of Ireland |
| Website | shandonbells.ie |
| History | |
| Founded | 1726 (current structure) |
| Dedication | Saint Anne |
| Architecture | |
| Functional status | active |
| Style | vernacular |
| Specifications | |
| Materials | limestone, sandstone, slate |
| Administration | |
| Diocese | Cork, Cloyne and Ross |
| Parish | Cork, St. Anne's Shandon |
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