St. James' Church, Delhi

St. James' Church, Delhi

St. James' Church is also known as "Skinner's Church," a name derived from its builder, James Skinner. It is an Anglican church in Delhi, India, near Kashmiri Gate, at the intersection of Church Road and Lothian Road. The church currently belongs to the Delhi Diocese of the Church of North India.

James Skinner vowed that if he survived the brutal war, he would build a church as a votive offering. True to his word, he survived and began constructing the church in 1826. This magnificent cathedral, designed in the Renaissance style, was completed in 1836. With its grand scale and imposing presence, a Greek cross layout, and being one of the oldest churches in the city, its octagonal dome resembles that of the Florence Cathedral in Italy. The Viceroy of India also worshipped here until the construction of the Cathedral Church of the Redemption in 1931.

The cross atop the church is said to be a replica of a cross from a Venetian church. It was damaged during the Indian Rebellion of 1857 and later restored. William Fraser is buried in the church’s cemetery.

St. James' Church

Reason to visit: One of the oldest Anglican churches in Delhi

Continent: Asia【Asia】

Country/Region: India[India]

Province/State: National Capital Territory of Delhi [National Capital Territory of Delhi]

City: Delhi [Delhi]