Here Are 10 Gorgeous Michigan Churches That Will Take Your Breath Away

The houses of worship in Michigan are truly sights to behold. From the Gothic, Romanesque and Mission-style architecture that grace the cities and townships across the state, there is no shortage of cathedrals and chapels that are worth a visit, no matter your domination. Here are a few to get you started.

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This Gothic revival cathedral was completed in 1876

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This site was built in 1823 and still stands strong.

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This picturesque chapel is in the town of Northport was dedicated in 1858 and was then a Protestant church.

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"St Florian Catholic Church - Hamtramck Michigan" by Andrew Jameson at en.wikipedia. Licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Tucked into a residential area of traditionally Polish community of Hamtramck is this historic site, built to serve the needs to heavily Catholic city.

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This place of worship was founded in 1856.

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This chapel, which resembles a medieval castle, is located in the rural community of Manchester.

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This impressive cathedral was founded in Detroit in 1855.

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This Calumet church was dedicated in 1908.

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This church was established to cater to the needs of the town of Westphalia's German Catholic settlers.

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This parish is the second oldest to serve its community continuous in the United States.

There are obviously hundreds of other places of worship throughout the state that are all special for their own reasons. Please do share with us your favorite churches and memories in the comments below!