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Location: ½ Kilometer from Kashmiri Gate at the intersection of Church Road and Lothian Road Famous for: James Skinner and William Fraser's grave Open: On all days Admission: Free and open to all (caretaker, who opens the church needs to be tipped at least Rs 20) How to Reach: Tourists can either take local buses from various points within the city to reach this monument, which is located near Kashmiri Gate, Inter State Bus Terminal in Old Delhi or they can hire auto-rickshaws and taxis or metro rail. Preferred Timings: Morning and evening prayer time (timings to be checked with local authorities) Photography charges: nil Video charges: nil, prior permission required, check with the local authorities Nearest Railway Station: Old Delhi Railway Station Nearest Metro Station: Kashmiri Gate Functional Metro Station: Kashmiri Gate Nearest International Airport: Located at the intersection of Church Road and Lothian Road, St. James Church was built by the famous Colonel James Skinner in a Greek cross design. Consecrated in 1836, the beautiful church was said to be an imitation of St Paul's Cathedral in London but according to Percival Spear the church was actually modeled on a church in Venice. With its beautiful gardens and peaceful atmosphere, the church was once situated in Delhi's best European shopping area. The church is designed in a cruciform plan with the altar facing towards the eastern direction and entrance towards the western direction. A ball and a cross surmount the dome of the church. The original ball and the cross were damaged during the 1857 fighting and were later replaced by their replicas. The center of the church is octagon in shape with circular columns supporting the dome and the main seating arrangement being in the central portion of the dome.
A brochure is available about the church and the life of James Skinner at nominal rate. Special Attraction/ Annual
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