Sacred Heart Cathedral, Delhi
| Entry Fee & Timing | Timings:- Sacred Heart Cathedral Church remains open from 9 am to 5 pm. |
| Place Type | Churches, Religious Place |
| Place visit with | Family, Married Couples, Friends, Parents, Siblings, Youngsters |
| Best time to visit | May, June, July, August |
| Nearest Metro Station | Shivaji Stadium Metro Station (0.32 KM) , Patel Chowk Metro Station (0.44 KM) , Janpath Metro Station (0.80 KM) , Central Secretariat Metro Station (1.20 KM) , |
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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.
How to reach Sacred Heart Cathedral
By Metro:- The nearest metro station to Sacred Heart Cathedral is Rajiv Chowk. It is a 4-minute walk away.
By Bus:- The nearest bus stop to Sacred Heart Cathedral is NDPO. It is a 5-minute walk away.
By Road :- Road is the best way to reach the church, booking an auto will make it easy to reach the church.
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Nearby Places
Attraction
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India Gate
Bus Stop
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NDPO
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Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
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Kendriya Terminal (Pt. Pant Marg)
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Kendriya Terminal / Gurudwara Rakab Gunj
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Hanuman Mandir / Shivaji Stadium
Cinema
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PVR Cinema: Rivoli
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PVR Rivoli Cinema , Connaught Place
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PVR Cinema: Connaught place
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PVR Cinema, Plaza Mall, Connaught Place
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Delite Cinema, Delhi Gate
College
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Lady Hardinge Medical College
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Lady Hardinge Medical College (LHMC)
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Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital
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ESTC Delhi Centre, Connaught Place
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G.B. Pant Hospital
Event Venue
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The Park Hotel, Connaught Place
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Akshara Theatre, Connaught Place
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Akshara Indoor Theatre, Connaught place
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Constitution Club of India, New Delhi
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The Royal Plaza, Janpath
Hospital
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Guru Nanak Eye Center
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Lok Nayak Hospital
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Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences
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Govind Ballabh Pant Hospital (G.B.P.H.)
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Dr. N.C. Joshi Hospital
Hotel
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Bloomrooms @ Janpath
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The Park Hotel
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Heritage Hotels of India
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Le Meridien Hotel
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Le Belvedere - Le Meridien Hotel
Location
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Connaught Place
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Central Delhi
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Aram Bagh, Paharganj
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Shora Kothi, Paharganj
Other
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Connaught Place Police Station
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Parliament Street Police Station
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North Avenue Police Station
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Barakhamba Road Police Station
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Mandir Marg Police Station
Park & Garden
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Central Park
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Talkatora Gardens
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Talkatora park
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Children's Park
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Buddha Jayanti Park
Railway Station
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Shivaji Bridge Railway Station
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New Delhi Railway Station
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Tilak Bridge Railway Station
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Sadar Bazar Railway Station
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Pragati Maidan Railway Station
Restaurant & Bars
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Barbeque Nation
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Kwality Restaurant Bar
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Bo-Tai Switch
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Sandoz Restaurant
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Pind Balluchi Bar & Restaurant
School
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Convent of Jesus and Mary, Connaught Place
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St. Columba's School, Gole Market
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Kendriya Vidyalaya, Gole Market
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Lady Irwin Senior Secondary School, New Delhi
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Raisina Bengali Senior Secondary School, Gole Market
Shopping Place
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Janpath Market
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Palika Bazaar Market
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Paharganj Market
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Khan Market
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Daryaganj Market
Sacred Heart Cathedral FAQs:
𝒜. It is located at Patel Chowk, Delhi.
𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the Sacred Heart Cathedral: Timings:- Sacred Heart Cathedral Church remains open from 9 am to 5 pm..
𝒜. You should visit Sacred Heart Cathedral during May, June, July, August months for best experience.
📅 Last update: 2024-03-29 || ✍ Author: Sandhya Chauhan
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