katedraalit
Katedraalit are the principal churches of Christian dioceses, serving as the seat of a bishop. The term originates from the Latin cathedra, meaning chair, a symbol of episcopal authority. A cathedral is distinguished from other churches by housing the bishop’s throne and by its role in diocesan governance and liturgical life. In practice, the designated status of a church as a cathedral may be historical, attained when a diocese is created or when a new bishop takes office.
Architecturally, cathedrals span styles and centuries, with common features such as a nave flanked by aisles,
Worldwide, notable examples include Notre-Dame de Paris, Canterbury Cathedral, Milan Cathedral, and Seville Cathedral. While the