List of cathedrals in Zimbabwe

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This is the list of cathedrals in Zimbabwe sorted by denomination.

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Roman Catholic

Cathedrals of the Roman Catholic Church in Zimbabwe: [1]

Anglican

Cathedrals of the Church of the Province of Central Africa in Zimbabwe:

Anglican St Johns Cathedral

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References

  1. GCatholic.org: Cathedrals Zimbabwe
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  3. Database (undated). "Provincial Directory: Central Zimbabwe". Anglican Communion. Retrieved 2 August 2011.
  4. Database (undated). "Provincial Directory: Harare". Anglican Communion. Retrieved 2 August 2011.
  5. Database (undated). "Provincial Directory: Manicaland". Anglican Communion. Retrieved 2 August 2011.