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Of course, Grace Cathedral is a relatively new bui...

Of course, Grace Cathedral is a relatively new building (when talking cathedrals) but it is stylish and beautiful; filled with lovely art. Visitors are warmly welcomed and there is a voluntary donation box, presumably to assist with upkeep. I loved the murals which trace the story of San Francisco's development. They beautifully excecuted, huge, colourful and interesting, lining both sides of the nave. There is lovely stained glass, both traditional and modern. I was particularly entranced by the gorgeous embroidered hassocks - navy blue ground, filled with botanicals like a medieval tapestry. So look down as well as up and around.
The Cathedral is situated on a dear little park across from Top Of The Mark. So you can go from the sacred to the profane in the twinkling of an eye and finish your visit with a cocktail and a magnificent view of the city and Bay Area.
Was interested to note a huge mural across the road to my left as I exited the main doors of the Cathedral, a large bas relief mural commemorating those who were Masons and served in the war. It's on a huge MasonicTemple.
This is a very well heeled neighbourhood. All the markers are there.

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