Christ Church Spitalfields — Attraction in London

Classical splendour of a Church. According to Wikipedia, Christ Church Spitalfields is an Anglican church built between 1714 and 1729 to a design by Nicholas Hawksmoor. On Commercial Street in the East End and in today's Central London it is in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, on its western border facing the City of London, it was one of the first (and arguably one of the finest) of the so-called "Commissioners' Churches" built for the Commission for Building Fifty New Churches, which had been established by an Act of Parliament in 1711. The Church is also a gathering place for Alpha. Alpha is a tool built for local churches based on hospitality, sharing and open conversation. The same Alpha content is run all over the world, by Christians of all traditions, and provides a common expression of proclamation, service and witness. Millions of people have experienced Alpha in over 100 countries and over 100 languages around the globe. The Church also holds Carol Services, including...

I was here for work, but the sense of peace is tangible. A thriving community in an age of secularism, it fits well with the community it continues to serve.

My job here takes me to places the public doesn't see, and the names of the long dead, once entombed beneath, people like you and me, together with those of children who died in infancy proves that it doesn't really matter how financially well off you are, death will still visit.

When the joy of new life turns to the sorrow of loss, usually because of illness that today is easily treatable, it brings the frailty of existence (whilst elsewhere humanity tries its best to destroy life) into sharp perspective.

Sitting in the gloom of a vault that once held what was left of people like you and me, attending to the maintenance of modern day necessities of safety, the shades of who were, but are no longer, remain, despite having long been removed elsewhere. Words cannot describe the serenity of this curious place. I hope mine convey the...

Christ Church is not only a beacon of spiritual solace during the day but also a mesmerizing spectacle under the cloak of night. Its stunning architecture comes to life with captivating lighting effects that accentuate every intricate detail, casting a magical glow that beckons visitors from near and far. As dusk descends, the church's grandeur is heightened, creating an enchanting ambiance that captivates the soul. Whether you're seeking a moment of contemplation or simply wish to admire architectural beauty illuminated against the night sky, Christ Church offers a truly transcendent experience that leaves a lasting impression on all who wander through its doors...