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Cathedral of the Holy Name

뭄바이

8 story sections22 min 02 s in all

Catholic cathedral in Mumbai, India

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Contents

8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation3:12

    Welcome to the Cathedral of the Holy Name, a magnificent sacred landmark situated in the very heart of the historic Colaba district in South Mumbai, India. Please take a moment to stand comfortably near the front entrance where…

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  2. 2History along Woodhouse Road3:03

    Please take a deliberate walk along the outer perimeter path that borders Woodhouse Road, allowing your senses to absorb the distinct historical atmosphere of this classic streetscape. As you pace along the exterior masonry…

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  3. 3The Gothic Revival Façade3:08

    Please position yourself directly in front of the cathedral's grand main entrance, standing at a comfortable distance so that your eyes can take in the entire vertical span of the front façade. Take a moment to tilt your gaze…

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  4. 4Holy Name High School and Sacred Premises2:51

    As you move further into the shaded pathways of the cathedral grounds, please pause near the open courtyard adjacent to Holy Name High School. Take a moment to look around the surrounding compound, observing how seamlessly the…

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  5. 5Fresco-Covered Vaulted Ceilings2:46

    Please step softly into the cathedral nave, finding a comfortable place to pause near the central aisle between the wooden pews. As you cross the threshold from the outer vestibule into the main sanctuary, notice the immediate,…

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  6. 6Sanctuary and the Seat of the Archbishop2:50

    Please walk slowly forward along the central nave aisle until you reach the sanctuary steps at the head of the church. Take a standing position near the communion rail where you have an unobstructed view of the high altar and the…

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  7. 7Legacy of Compassion during the Bombay Plague2:30

    Please walk toward the quiet side chapel area designated for memorial reflection inside the cathedral. Standing here, we turn our attention from architectural aesthetics to a deeply moving testament of selfless service in…

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  8. 8Closing1:42

    As our audio tour comes to a conclusion, please step slowly through the main exit doors back out into the open courtyard. Throughout this guided exploration, you have experienced the profound historical heritage, architectural…

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What is Cathedral of the Holy Name?

Cathedral of the Holy Name is a place in 뭄바이 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
Location뭄바이
TypeHeritage
Story sections8
Total length22 min 02 s in all
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates18.9234, 72.8307
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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