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Timings:- Sacred Heart Cathedral Church remains open from 9 am to 5 pm. | No Entry Fee
Opening Time & Days
Sacred Heart Cathedral opening and closing timing is 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Open Days
Sacred Heart Cathedral is open every day for visitors
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May, June, July, August
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How to Reach Sacred Heart Cathedral
Here's the closest transport hub for each option, with the distance from Sacred Heart Cathedral.
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13.3 km awayBy air · Nearest AirportFly into IGI New Delhi Airport
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976 m awayBy rail · Nearest Railway StationTake a train to Shivaji Bridge Railway Station
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4.6 km awayBy road · Nearest Bus TerminalCatch a bus from Kashmere Gate ISBT
About Sacred Heart Cathedral
Sacred Heart Cathedral, also known as Sacred Heart Cathedral, is located in New Delhi, India. It is one of the oldest and most important Catholic churches in the city. Construction of the cathedral began in 1929, and was designed by the architect Henry Mead. Inside the church, visitors can see beautiful stained glass windows depicting scenes from the life of Jesus Christ and other Biblical characters. The interior of the cathedral is designed to create a quiet and contemplative environment for worshippers.
Architecture of Sacred Heart Cathedral
The church building was designed by British architect Henry Mead based on Italian architecture. A facade of white columns supports the canopy, and on each side of the cathedral's entrance portico, there are circular arched turrets rising above the roof. The interior features a massive vaulted ceiling, polished stone floors, and wide arches. Behind the marble altar in the apse is a large fresco depicting the Last Supper. The side chapel has a large crucifix on the left, next to which is a statue of the Virgin Mary.
Interesting facts about Sacred Heart Cathedral
- The cathedral is known for its twin towers that rise above the skyline of central New Delhi.The interior of the cathedral is decorated with beautiful stained glass windows that depict scenes from the life of Jesus Christ, saints and stories from the Bible.The cathedral has a large rose window on its façade, which enhances its aesthetic appeal and allows intricate patterns of light to enter the interior.Apart from religious services, the cathedral also hosts various community events, cultural programs and festivals that bring people together.The cathedral's Christmas celebrations are particularly popular and attract people of various faiths to view the festive decorations and share in the spirit of the season.
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