Cathedral of the Sacred Heart Delhi

The Cathedral of Sacred Heart Delhi is one of the oldest churches located in New Delhi, India. The construction of the same commenced in year 1929 and took around 4 years to complete. As a result, it is seen that the cathedral is extended up to 14 acres, situated amid the two catholic convent schools of Saint Columba's school and the Convent of Jesus & Mary School. While looking at its structural designing you find that the main platform at which religious ceremonies are performed, is prepared of pure marble, donated by Sir Anthony de Mello. As far as the church edifice is concerned, its designing was laid by British architect Henry Medd, and is inspired from Italian style of making. As far as services and other celebrations are concerned, the cathedral organizes yearly functions on important dates. For instance Easter and Christmas. It is the time when people who are a great followers of Christianity along with those who are secular in their approach come to offer holy prayers. They also involve in religious festivities which take place an hour before midnight Christmas Eve like the noteworthy Feast of the Holy Family of Nazareth and the Christmas Vigil Service. Moreover, a number of other cultural and social programs are also staged to entertain all the visitors and thus you can experience an ambiance filled with sheer happiness. The Cathedral of the Sacred Heart Delhi is also a good place for poors and needy ones as the timely donations are received such as buying blankets and other warm clothing. You must come here to blow a candle in name of your loved ones as it is easy to locate near The Gol Post Office in New Delhi, India.