St. John's Cathedral Hong Kong

St. John's Cathedral Hong Kong

St. John's Cathedral (also known as ST. JOHN'S CATHEDRAL or the Cathedral) is commonly called the Cathedral. It is located on Garden Road, was founded in 1847 and completed in 1849, and is the earliest established Christian church in Hong Kong. The church was expanded in 1865 to become what it is today. During World War II, the Japanese army used the cathedral as their headquarters.

Over the past hundred years, through continuous expansion and renovation, it has grown into its present scale. The cathedral remains a central hub for Christian preaching in Hong Kong and serves as the main church of the Hong Kong and Macau Diocese of the Anglican Church, holding a significant place in the city.

St. John's Cathedral is located on Garden Road in Central, and is the oldest British church in the Far East. Built in 1847, it features Gothic architecture with imposing stone towers topped by four small spires. Its long arched windows contrast with round ones, and the structure stands about 20 meters high. The surrounding area is peaceful.

After World War II, the cathedral underwent several restorations while retaining much of its original appearance. In front of the main entrance stands a memorial commemorating those who perished during World War I. Adjacent to it, a gravestone of Private Maxwell lies flat underground, honoring a soldier who died in front of the cathedral during the Battle of Hong Kong. On the north wall of the church is also a memorial plaque for Captain William, in memory of his death at the walls of Guangzhou in 1857. Today, it continues to serve as the main church of the Hong Kong and Macau Diocese of the Anglican Church.

Location: 4-8 Garden Road, Central and Western District, Hong Kong

Transportation: Take bus routes 12 or 23 (air-conditioned).