Cardboard Cathedral
What the experts agree on
Innovative temporary structure built from 98 cardboard tubes, replacing Christchurch's earthquake-damaged Anglican Cathedral. A bold, symbolic rebuild that's become locally beloved.
“Christchurch’s iconic Anglican Cathedral was severely damaged in the 2011 earthquake, and a question mark hangs over its future.”
– Frommer's
"Locals call it the Cardboard Cathedral because it is built largely from 98 cardboard tubes, covered in plastic." Full review
"Following a powerful earthquake in February 2011, the Christchurch Cathedral was severely damaged, and while there is an ongoing ideological and economic debate over whether or not the..." Full review