St James Church, Delhi

About St James Church

St. James's Church, also known as Skinner's Church, is a historic Anglican church located in Delhi, India. The church was built during the British colonial period in Delhi. It was built by Colonel James Skinner, a prominent military officer and adventurer who played an important role in the early 19th century history of India. St James's Church has been a witness to various historical events due to its location. During the Indian Rebellion of 1857, it was used as a hospital for wounded British soldiers. The church is still an active place of worship. Regular Anglican worship services are held here, and it serves as a spiritual and religious center for the local community.

Architecture of St James Church

The church showcases classic Anglican architecture with its Gothic Revival style. It has pointed arches, intricate detailing and tall spires which are characteristic of this architectural style. The original design of the church is on a cruciform plan, with three porches, elaborate stained glass windows and a central octagonal dome, similar to that of the church.

Interesting facts about St James Church

• St James's Church is a protected monument and has been protected by the authorities to maintain its historical and cultural importance.
• The interior of the church features beautiful stained glass windows depicting scenes from the Bible and Christian iconography.
• It serves as a spiritual center for the local community as well as a historical site.
• The architecture of the church shows a mixture of European and Indian design elements, reflecting the multicultural and historical context of its construction.

How to reach St James Church

By Rail :- St.James Church is about 5.5 kilometers from New Delhi Railway Station. You can take a taxi from the railway station to the church.

By Air :- The distance between Indira Gandhi International Airport and St. James Church is approximately 22 kms. You can take a taxi or use app-based ride-hailing services like Uber or Ola to reach the church.

By Metro :- Kashmere Gate Metro Station is one of the nearest metro to St.James Church, located approximately 1 kilometer away. You can either walk to reach the church from the metro station.

Nearby famous places

• Kashmere Gate:- 1 kilometer away
• Red Fort:- 3.5 kms away
• Jama Masjid:- 3.7 kms away
• Chandni Chowk:- 3.5 kms away
• Gurdwara Sis Ganj Sahib :- 3.5 kms away
• Salimgarh Fort:- 3.7 kms away
• Red Fort Market:- 3.5 kms away