INTRODUCTION:
St. Stephens Church, Delhi is a Romanesque Church built in the typical Gothic Style. Built in 1862, the Church is located on the Church Mission Road quite near to the Old Delhi Railway Station. The rectangular Romanesque Church has elaborate ornate designs on walls and the high ceilings.The red bricked structure is said to have got its look because St. Stephens its patron while preaching the doctrines of Christianity was stoned to death. The red color symbolizes his sacrifice and bloodshed. Apart from its ornate walls and ceilings the Church has a unique feature which is the stained glass rose window which is exclusive in Delhi. The baroque styled church has arched windows which allow the sunlight to brighten the interiors. The interiors are well maintained with motifs, pictures, carvings and beautiful furniture. A series of fine plasters form an arcade on either side with lined columns made of sandstone. These columns have beautiful carvings. The red colored bell hangs on the north east end on a high tower. The St. Stephens Church, Delhi compound also has the famous St. Stephens College and Hospital. Though the church gates open only on Sundays for prayers but it can be opened on request by the caretaker who stays nearby. The church gets a bridal touch during the chritian festivals. Many cultural programs are also organized in the premises during the year on special permission from the local authority or the Church of North India office. Tourists visiting the St. Stephens Church can go around to the Jama Masjid, the famous Chandni Chowk, Kashmiri Gate, St. James Church, Raj Ghat and some other attractions located nearby. There are a good number of eateries in and around the area for refreshment. AsiaRooms.com provides a virtual tour of St. Stephens Church, Delhi. For more information on tours fill the form given below.
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