St. Thomas' Church, Colombo, Anglican church building in Ginthupitiya, Colombo, Sri Lanka.
The church features tall stone walls, traditional Anglican architectural elements, and stands prominently in the Kotahena suburb of Colombo.
Governor Sir Robert Brownrigg ordered the construction of St. Thomas' Church on the site of a former Portuguese Catholic church for Tamil Christians in 1816.
The first religious service combined English and Tamil languages, reflecting the multicultural nature of the congregation and the colonial period.
The church maintains regular Anglican worship services and welcomes visitors throughout the week in the Ginthupitiya neighborhood of Colombo.
The area's name evolved from San Thome Pitiya to Ginthupitiya, marking the transition between Portuguese, Dutch, and British colonial influences.
Location: Colombo
GPS coordinates: 6.94278,79.85861
Latest update: March 27, 2025 18:33
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