St. James' Church, Gothic church with twin towers in Entally, Kolkata, India.
St. James' Church displays early English Gothic architecture with Norman details, featuring twin spires, pointed arches, and a semi-circular apse at its end.
The current structure replaced an older church from 1829, after its roof collapsed in 1859 due to extensive damage caused by white ants.
The church earned the Bengali name 'Jora Girja' due to its double towers, which contain a clock that faces both west and south directions.
Located at 167 Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Road, the church underwent extensive restoration between 2009 and 2011 to address structural issues.
The cemetery grounds adjacent to the church serve as a historical burial site, reflecting the religious practices of colonial-era Kolkata.
Location: Ward No. 60, Kolkata Municipal Corporation
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
Website: http://st-jameschurch.in
GPS coordinates: 22.55505,88.36295
Latest update: March 3, 2025 08:28
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