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St. John's Church

West Bengal · India

7 story sections

The church is a large square structure in the Neoclassical architectural style. A stone spire 174 ft tall is its most distinctive feature.

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7 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation

    Welcome to the main entrance of Saint John's Church, a historic sanctuary preserving the rich legacy and enduring story of Kolkata. Standing here at Dalhousie Square, you are positioned at what was once the ultimate seat of…

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  2. 2Pathure Girija: Architectural Grandeur and Colonnades

    As you walk closer to the main structure of Saint John's Church, the imposing and elegant exterior crafted from brick and stone commands your absolute admiration. Designed by Lieutenant James Agg of the Bengal Engineers, an…

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  3. 3The Sacred Interiors: Marble Bas-Reliefs and Altars

    As you cross the threshold and step into the main hall of Saint John's Church, you are immediately awed by the breathtaking regality and spiritual grandeur of the interior. The vast inner space opens up before you, exuding an…

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  4. 4Timeless Treasures: The 1746 Pipe Organ and Zoffany's Last Supper

    Inside the sacred interior of Saint John's Church reside priceless antique artifacts and historic paintings that leave visitors utterly spellbound. Among these treasures, one of the most prominent artistic masterpieces is the…

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  5. 5The Mausoleum of Job Charnock and Historic Tombs

    Stepping out from the church building into the peaceful, leafy churchyard, you find yourself exploring Kolkata's former burial ground, a historic cemetery that predates the construction of Saint John's Church itself. Scattered…

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  6. 6Holwell Memorial and Rohilla War Memorial

    As you continue your walk through the tranquil greenery of the church grounds, you will encounter significant military monuments erected to commemorate those who lost their lives during key conflict periods in eighteenth-century…

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  7. 7Closing

    It is now time to conclude our walking tour of Saint John's Church, a magnificent sanctuary located at the heart of Kolkata's historic Dalhousie Square. As one of the three historically significant Anglican churches in the city…

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What is St. John's Church?

St. John's Church is a place in West Bengal · India with 7 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationWest Bengal · India
TypeHeritage
Story sections7
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates22.5696, 88.3469
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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