St Paul’s Cathedral

সেন্ট পলস ক্যাথিড্রাল

The Gothic Revival cathedral beside the Maidan, consecrated in 1847.

About St Paul’s Cathedral

St Paul’s replaced St John’s as the Anglican cathedral in 1847. Its original spire fell in earthquakes; the present tower, rebuilt after 1934, is modelled on the Bell Harry tower of Canterbury. Inside are a wide unsupported roof, carved stalls and a west window designed by Edward Burne-Jones. The midnight service on Christmas Eve is a city occasion.

Why visit

A cool, calm interior with fine stained glass, in a garden of old trees.

What to see and do

The Burne-Jones west window
The tower from the lawn
Memorial tablets along the walls

Plan your visit

Area: Maidan & Chowringhee, Central Kolkata
Nearest landmark: Cathedral Road, beside the Birla Planetarium
Best time: Morning or afternoon. October to March is the most comfortable time of year.
Time needed: About 30 minutes
Cost: Free
Entry: An active place of worship that admits visitors; its own rules apply. An active cathedral that welcomes visitors; hours are not currently verified.
Metro: Maidan or Rabindra Sadan (Blue Line)
Walking: Little walking
Photography: Photography is restricted. Photography is not allowed inside.

Nearby and related places

Victoria Memorial: The white-marble memorial museum and its gardens.
Birla Planetarium: A domed planetarium of 1963, modelled on the Sanchi stupa.
Academy of Fine Arts: Galleries and the stage that is the home of Bengali group theatre.
Nandan & Rabindra Sadan: The state film centre and concert hall, heart of the city’s cultural evening.
The Maidan: The great open ground at the centre of the city.
Maidan Football Grounds: The club grounds where Indian football grew up.

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