St Mark's Cathedral Bangalore

St Mark's Cathedral Bangalore

Bangalore is located 1000 Mts. above sea level. This city was formed by Kempegowda. This city serves as a gateway to Southern India. If someone is planning to make a trip to South India, then a good idea will be to start from Bangalore. That's because most places are easily accessible from here and the cost of travel is most reasonable. The Central bus stand is right opposite the City train station which makes things convenient.

Tourist from India and abroad get a taste of different kinds of hot spots in Bangalore. Among them some popular places are Vidhana Soudha, Cubbon Park, Ulsoor Lake, Tipu Sultan's Palace, St. Marks Cathedral, and St. Marks Cathedral.

Bangalore has some of the beautiful Cathedrals in India. Which not only have historical significance but also exquisite architecture to attract tourist. St. Marks Cathedral is one of them.

St. Marks Cathedral, Bangalore was built in 1808 and further developed in 1901.It was consecrated by the Bishop of Calcutta in 1816. The cathedral which is cream colored is a beautiful colonial structure. It has a graceful dome over a semicircular chancel that transports the visitor virtually into peace. It is modeled on St.Paul's Cathedral of the 17th century. This cathedral was constructed keeping in mind the spiritual needs of army personnel and civilians who had moved in from Srirangapatna. One of the special features of St. Marks Cathedral is that the walls portray beautiful pictures of Roman archers.

Other notable Cathedrals of Bangalore are as follows:

St. Mary's Basilica a small chapel built by Abbe Dubois, French missionary. The structure was built in 1875-1882. The interior is splendid with stained-glass windows, multiple columns with rich Corinthian capital supporting stately arches.

Infant Jesus Church's foundation was laid by Rev.Dr.Lourduswamy, In April 1970. The most noticeable feature of the church is the secular nature of the devotees.

St.Patrick'S Church was built by Gail-Hot, military Chaplain, in 1841.It was again rebuilt in 1894. The Church is a prestigious one being an important place for worship and weddings.

Holy Trinity Church a beautiful landmark at the east end of the M.G. Road was built in 1848-51. It is built in the English Renaissance style. The church can accommodate 700 people and is regarded as the largest military church in Southern India.

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