St Andrew's Cathedral
St Andrew's Cathedral, Anglican cathedral in Downtown Core, Singapore
Description
St Andrew's Cathedral is an Anglican cathedral in the Downtown Core area of Singapore that displays Gothic Revival design with pointed arches, vaulted ceilings, and a tall spire. The facade is broken by narrow window bays that bring daylight into the interior and emphasize the proportions of the building.
History
Construction began in 1856 under architect Ronald MacPherson after an earlier church building was struck by lightning in 1852. The work continued for several years until the new building was completed in the 1860s.
Culture
Services are held in seven languages including English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Hokkien, Tagalog, Bahasa Indonesia, and Burmese. This range shows the multicultural congregation that gathers here for worship, making the building a meeting point for believers from different backgrounds.
Practical
Access is through the main entrance on North Bridge Road, where parking is available in an underground facility. It is advisable to visit outside service times to view the interior at a slower pace.
Did you know?
The walls are finished with Madras chunam, a specialized plaster mixture from South India that gives the interior a marble-like appearance. This material was common in the region during the 19th century and lends the surfaces a smooth, polished sheen.
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