St James Church, Delhi
| Location | Kashmere Gate, Delhi (Map 📍) |
| Entry Fee & Timing | Timings :- This church opens from 8 am to 10 am where anyone can go and worship. |
| Place Type | Churches, Religious Place |
| Place visit with | Kids, Parents, Siblings, Youngsters |
| Best time to visit | January, February, March, April |
| Nearest Metro Station | Kashmere Gate Metro Station (0.36 KM) , Kashmere Gate Metro Station (0.36 KM) |
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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.
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
Frequently asked questions about St James Church:
𝒜. It is located at Kashmere Gate, Delhi.
𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the St James Church: Timings :- This church opens from 8 am to 10 am where anyone can go and worship..
𝒜. You should visit St James Church during January, February, March, April months for best experience.
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📅 Last update: 2024-01-29 || ✍ Author: Sandhya Chauhan
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