Temple SquareThe four-hectare (10-acre) Temple Square complex includes the
Mormon Temple, the Tabernacle and the Assembly Hall. It is at the
heart of Salt Lake City, in location and spiritual importance, and
the symbolic epicentre of the Mormon religion or Church of Jesus
Christ of the Latter-Day Saints. Temple Square is the city's
biggest attraction, particularly the majestic six-spired Temple,
topped by a golden statue of the Angel Moroni, which forms a
striking silhouette on the city's skyline. The Temple was completed
in 1893 after 40 years of heavy labour and the expenditure of
millions of dollars. It is a holy place closed to the non-Mormon
public. Confirmed believers may enter the Temple, but only for the
most sacred of religious ceremonies, and non-Mormons can learn
about temple activities at the visitor centres. The oval shape of
the Tabernacle, topped by an impressive domed roof, is home to the
world-famous Mormon Tabernacle Choir whose weekly rehearsals and
organ recitals are open to
Website: www.visittemplesquare.com
Telephone: (801) 240 1706
Transportation: Bus numbers 3, 4, 5, 23 or 50
Opening Time: The North and South visitor centres are open daily
from 9am to 9pm. Choir rehearsals in the Tabernacle are on
Thursdays from 8pm, and choir broadcasts are on Sundays from
9.30am. Organ recitals take place from Monday to Saturday at 12pm,
and Sunday at 2pm
Admission: Free |
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