The bell tower
38 metres above the city.
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Nha Trang's cathedral, officially Christ the King Cathedral, stands on a small rocky hill in the city centre, which is why locals call it the Mountain Church; it is also known as the Stone Church, since it is built of blocks of grey stone. Work began on 3 September 1928, and it was consecrated in May 1933 in a French Gothic style. A winding ramp climbs the hill to the main door, and the square bell tower rises 38 metres to its cross above the city. It has been the cathedral of the Diocese of Nha Trang since 1960. The interior opens around service times; modest dress is expected. It is a short walk from Nha Trang railway station and a brief stop on a walk through the centre.
38 metres above the city.
Behind its popular name.
Up around the hill.
1 Thai Nguyen Street, central Nha Trang
Because it sits on a small rocky hill in the city centre; it is also called the Stone Church, being built of grey stone blocks.
