Pachmarhi Catholic Church — Attraction in Madhya Pradesh

This Catholic Church in Pachmarhi ( Madhya Pradesh, India), was built around 1857 and is a classic example of colonial era. It is a blend of Irish and French architecture. The beautiful Belgium stain glass windows are a surprisingly well maintained. The church also has graves that date back to 1859. We were lucky enough to get a chance to visit this place on Christmas eve. The whole church was decorated with balloons and frills. It looked magnificent and beautiful. Saw many villagers coming and presenting food to be served to the people after the prayers are done. It is a must visit place when...

Pachmarhi Catholic Church, built in 1892 by the British, is one of the oldest churches in Madhya Pradesh. It features stunning colonial-era architecture, blending Gothic and Irish design elements. The church is surrounded by lush greenery, adding to its serene and spiritual atmosphere. Though it is not regularly used for services today, it remains a significant historical and tourist attraction in Pachmarhi. The old cemetery nearby, with graves dating back to the 19th century, further reflects the town’s...

A peaceful oasis that can be visited on a Sunday morning for prayer and mass. Since there are not many Catholic families residing around or in Pachmarhi, this church only opens on Sunday. The old world aesthetics, tainted windows, neo-gothic altar and a distant ceiling define the charm of the church.

It was built more than 150 years ago in the 19th century and the facade of the building may look a bit dilapidated but the insides are as aesthetically sound as they may have been hundreds...