A beautiful Church and a calm Cemetery - St. George Cathedral, Chennai, India

"It's unbelievable! Am I really at the heart of the congested and crowded Chennai city? Or else, have I traveled to a remote village? The place is absolutely calm, man! Incredible!" - This is what my friend told me when I took him to the beautiful St. George's Cathedral in Chennai city, India.

St. George's Cathedral is the Cathedral Church of the Church of South India, Diocese of Madras. Located at the heart of the city, it has a big campus with a well-maintained garden in front. 

The church is architecturally stunning with its tall spire and clock tower. It has a majestic architecture with thick pillars, an attractive roof, a rich-looking interior, and beautiful statues. The cemetery located inside the cathedral campus is one of the few places in Chennai city, which gives you a soothing silence and calm. The 19th-century cemetery has its charm, and in fact, it enhances the beauty of this site.

The church was constructed in the year 1815 CE by the people using some money gained through lottery. The cemetery was also constructed in the same year. It was in 1835 CE that St. George's Church became prominent as the Cathedral of Madras. For the sake of those who are unfamiliar with Christianity, let me briefly explain what a cathedral is. A cathedral is a church building presided over by a bishop, and therefore the central church building of a diocese, an administrative unit of the larger church.

 The entire campus - church, garden, cemetery, and the whole surrounding- is well-maintained and serene. It is a must-visit destination in Chennai.

Happy travelling.