The 'Christ in Majesty' sculpture by Sir Jacob Epstein is cast in aluminium and remains one of the most prominent pieces of 20th-century religious art in Wales.
The cathedral's site is traditionally associated with Saint Teilo, an early medieval saint who established a monastic community here.
During the 1941 Cardiff Blitz, a parachute mine landed on the cathedral, causing the collapse of the nave roof and the destruction of the organ.
The Rossetti triptych, 'The Seed of David', is actually three separate paintings; the central panel depicts the Adoration of the Magi.
The Jasper Tudor tower was added in the late 15th century and is named after the uncle of King Henry VII.
The cathedral contains a memorial to the Welsh soldiers of the 38th (Welsh) Division who served in World War I.
The current west front incorporates an elaborate 13th-century doorway that survived the extensive damage of the 1941 bombing.
The grounds feature a surviving ruined archway of the medieval Bishop's Palace, which was destroyed during the Glyndŵr Rising in the early 15th century.
Llandaff Cathedral is the seat of the Bishop of Llandaff and stands on a site of Christian worship dating back to the 6th century. The current structure features a 13th-century west front, which incorporates a notable 14th-century central portal and a distinctive 15th-century Jasper Tudor tower. The interior houses the renowned 'The Seed of David' triptych, a pre-Raphaelite masterpiece by Dante Gabriel Rossetti commissioned in 1856. Sir Jacob Epstein’s monumental aluminium statue, 'Christ in Majesty', is suspended above the nave on a concrete arch. The cathedral has undergone significant restoration following heavy aerial bombing during World War II, which destroyed the roof and organ. Its current design reflects a blend of medieval survival and mid-20th-century reconstruction. The building maintains a functioning choir tradition and hosts regular choral evensong. The grounds include the remains of a medieval bishop’s palace nearby.
The view of the west front from the entrance to the Cathedral Green provides the best architectural perspective.
Visit during a choral evensong to experience the cathedral's acoustic profile.
Walk through the surrounding Cathedral Green to view the historic Canonry houses.
Check the noticeboard near the entrance for details on temporary exhibitions or special musical performances.
Do not attempt to enter through the main doors if a private funeral or wedding service is in progress.
The cathedral may be closed to tourists during private services, weddings, or funerals; check the official website for service calendars before travel.
Maintain silence, remove hats, and avoid photography during ongoing services.
