Wednesday, February 23, 2011

St. Stephen's Church


 
Introduction
Located on the Church Mission Road of Delhi, St. Stephens' Church was built in 1862. It is located in the heart of the city and is easily accessible. The Romanesque church is rectangular in shape and reflects archetypal gothic style of architecture. The elaborate and ornate designs of walls and the high ceiling are some of the attractions of St. Stephen's Church.
It is believed that St. Stephen's Church as well as St Stephen's College and Hospital are red bricked because the patron saint, St Stephen being a martyr was stoned to death. In memory of his sacrifice and bloodshed, the buildings are colored in red.


St. Stephens' Church is located on Church Mission Road, very close to the Old Delhi Railway Station.
Timings
St. Stephens' Church is closed on all days except Sunday.
Admission Fee No admission fee is required as the church is open to all.
How to Reach
Local buses, auto-rickshaws and taxis are available from different parts of Delhi that ply to Church Mission Road.
Nearest Metro Station
The nearest metro station is Delhi Main
Nearest Railway Station
The nearest railway station is Old Delhi Railway Station
Nearest Airport
The nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport
Nearest Market
Chandni Chowk, Chor Bazaar, Nai Sarak, Daryaganj and Chatta Chowk are some of the nearest markets.



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