Cathedral Church of Redemption

Introduction to Cathedral Church of the Redemption

The Cathedral Church of Redemption, which belongs to the Church of North India is an impressive structure built by one of the greatest architects, Henry Medd. It stands to the west of the parliament House and was built between 1927 and 1935. The building is a beautiful structure with red sandstone exterior. What is striking in the Cathedral Church of Redemption is the way the interior of the cathedral is made, with small dug-in openings that lets filtered sunlight grace the room.

During Christmas times and Easter, the church comes to life with colorful celebrations and music. The choir of the Cathedral church of redemption called Capital Ministrels sings carols during the religious festivals and occasions. 

Address: Church Road, North to Jaipur Column.Near Connaught Place.

 Timings: open on all days 
 Admission fee: Free admission for all

 How to Reach: There are local buses that run to the Cathedral near Cannaught Place,the center of Delhi. One can also take auto rickshaws or metro rail.

The Nearest Metro Station: Central Secretariat
The nearest railway Station: New Delhi Railway Station
The nearest Airport: Indira Gandhi International Airport 

Places to see: One requires almost an hour to perceive and see in details the beautiful and magnificent interiors of the Cathedral Church of Redemption. The small recessed openings through which filtered sunlight enters beautifully in the insides of the Church are worth watching. There is also a Silver Cross donated by Lord Irwin. He had also given a picture to this church that is placed in the Eastern end of the Church. The Christian festivals, cultural and social programs that are held in the Cathedral premises are all very well known here.