Cathedral of St. Anthony of Padua, Ziguinchor
Cathédrale Saint-Antoine-de-Padoue
A colonial-era Catholic cathedral beside the central square of the old town, reflecting the deep Catholic tradition of Casamance.
Saint Anthony of Padua Cathedral stands beside John Paul II Square in the Escale district. It is the seat of the Catholic diocese of Ziguinchor, with a white facade, a bell tower and a simple, bright interior. Casamance has one of the highest proportions of Catholics in Senegal, and Sunday Mass features a distinctive local blend of singing and drumming. The cathedral is open to visitors during the day. During Mass, please keep quiet and dress modestly. It makes a good stop on a stroll through the old town.
Opening hours
Open during the day; Sunday morning Mass
Nearby sights
- Ziguinchor Colonial Quarter (Escale)
- Ziguinchor Port & Le Joola Memorial
- Marché Saint-Maur des Fossés
- Casamance River Mangrove Pirogue Trip
- Ziguinchor Artisans' Market
- Alliance Franco-Sénégalaise de Ziguinchor
- Affiniam Impluvium Village
- Enampore Impluvium House