Christ Church — Attraction in Uttarakhand

Situated on little hill-lock slightly above the Kasmanda Palace, Mussoorie Christ Church boasts of being the very first Catholic church in all of the Himalayan region. Built in 1836, the exquisite church is an exemplary example of Gothic architecture which evolved from Romanesque architecture. The prominent style being followed, Mussoorie Christ Church exhibits the pointed arches, ribbed vaults and flying buttresses ideal to the gothic style. With its colonial charm and old world feels, the entire complex transports you back in the vintage era.

Furnished with gorgeous pre-Raphaelite glass windows, this fetching piece of art was a gift to India from the British. The tinted glass window panes tell the tale of life events of Jesus Christ. Following which, the high altar is adorned with caricatures about the life and times of Christ from his birth to his sufferings and certification. To add to the brilliance of the church, are the beautifully done interior walls and a striking century-old William Hill organ. Also, the courtyard of Mussoorie Christ Church still holds the deodar tree planted by the Princess of Wales in 1906. The entire aura of the church reverberates with salient features of European architecture in addition to the sacred spiritual environment. Besides, the church complex offers enticing views of the Doon valley on the side, to further...

Christ Church is a beautiful old church just a few meters off, above the Mussoorie Mall Road. We saw it on our walk the first day and then got the chance to visit it on 23rd June 2022. the entry is via a short uphill road. As you stand outside and see the small iron gate and the few steps inside, you can feel the magic. The Building is pretty old British and teleports you back in time. The sky was absolutely beautiful as I clicked some pics. No-one stopped up as we entered the courtyard. We were admiring the views when the caretaker came to us and asked us if we wanted to see the inside. What an opportunity. The inside is amazing with stained glass artwork, the Gothic architecture and deep silence. We stayed there for a couple of minutes, made a small donation and came back outside. Oh, what a wonderful experience. Must visit, if you are...

I visited this place on 10th November, 2019. The day was Sunday and the time was much appropriate. The place is just walking distance from Mall Road. There was some worship taking place. Not enough people was there. Only a few. After their worship they cut the cake and shared food, tea among them including us. My first impression was that I really loved this place. The place is very peaceful, gives you so much positive energy. This place is must to visit while you are in Mussourie. The built of the church was also awesome....