Mussoorie
Mussoorie Christ Church
Open Time : Monday - Saturday: 07:00 AM - 06:30 PM Sunday: 08:00 AM - 06:30 PM
Entry : free
Address : Christ Church, Camels Back Road, The Mall Road, Mussoorie, Uttarakhand, India
Phone : +91-7799591230
More Travel Tips from Mussoorie
Why to visit Mussoorie Christ Church
The earliest church built in the Himalayas and decorated in the Gothic architectural style is this one. The colored glasses on the church windows reflect the story of Jesus Christ, the Son of God, and are extremely popular among tourists due to their complexity. The church's interior features stunning artwork and musical instruments that have been there for a century.
The architecture of Mussoorie Christ Church:
- Mussoorie Christ Church, which was constructed in 1836, is thought to be the Himalayan region's oldest still-standing church.
- It is located atop a small hill, just above the Kasmanda Palace. This place is easily accessible on foot.
- With the help of private donations, the church's interesting construction was created by British citizens.
- On November 29, 1970, the government designated the Christ Church to be a part of the Church of North India.
Entry Fee: No fee is required.
Best Time To Visit: April to September
Visiting Time: Monday to Saturday: 7 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Sunday: 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Visiting Duration: 30 minutes to 1 hour except if you are attending the Sunday mass.
FAQ on Mussoorie Christ Church
How to reach Mussoorie Christ Church?
The closest rail station to Mussoorie is at Dehradun, which is 35 kilometres from Christ Church. Major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Lucknow, Kolkata, Varanasi, etc. are easily accessible from there. From the train station, private cabs to Mussoorie are easily accessible. It will drop you off at Mussoorie's Library Bus Stand, from whence you must walk further 0.6 kilometres to the church. The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, which is 61 kilometres away. From Jolly Grant airport, taxis are easily accessible to Mussoorie and neighbouring locations.
when is the best time to visit Mussoorie Christ Church?
The best time to visit Christ Church in Mussoorie is from April to September, when it's warm outside.
What are the places to visit near Mussoorie Christ Church?
Kempty Falls, Camel’s Back Road, and Bhatta Falls are the places to visit near Mussorie Christ Church.
What are the places to eat near Mussoorie Christ Church?
Little Llama Café, Café Ivy and Kalsangare the places to eat near Mussoorie Christ Church.
What are the places to stay near Mussoorie Christ Church?
The Hosteller Mussoorie, Kasana Club Mussoorie and Fab Hotel Wood View are the places to stay near Mussoorie Christ Church.
Special Tip
Especially if you plan to attend the Sunday service, dress appropriately when you visit the church. Without previous approval from church authorities, do not enter the forbidden areas. While seated in the pews, maintain silence. Purchase candles from the tinier stores outside the church to participate in the rites.
By Abhilasha Prasad
Disclaimer: Please note that the content of this blog/article including links, texts, images, and graphics is only meant for informational purposes. We do not intend to infringe any copyright policy or do not possess any third-party material. If you have issues related to any of our content or images, kindly drop your message at info@connectingtraveller.com
