St Paul's Cathedral
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About St Paul's Cathedral
St Paul's Cathedral is the seat of the Diocese of Calcutta and the largest church in the city. Its cornerstone was laid on 8 October 1839 and the building was completed in 1847, in a Gothic Revival style with a tower and spire modelled on Norwich Cathedral; the spire rises 201 feet. The nave can hold between 800 and 1,000 people. The cathedral is open to visitors of all faiths outside service times and stands in a garden between the Victoria Memorial and the Birla Planetarium. Christmas is its busiest season: carol services run through December, and the midnight service on 24 December draws a queue that winds along Cathedral Road.
Frequently asked questions
Can anyone attend Christmas midnight mass at St Paul's?
Yes, the service is open to all, but space is limited to roughly 800 to 1,000 people, so arrive early.
When was St Paul's Cathedral built?
The cornerstone was laid in 1839 and the cathedral was completed in 1847.
Where is it?
On Cathedral Road, next to the Birla Planetarium and close to the Victoria Memorial.
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