St Andrew's Church also known as the Kirk is the only Scottish church in Kolkata and was opened to the public only on March 8, 1818. The foundation stone was laid on November 30, 1815 by Marquis of  Hastings. The Countess of Moira and the Countess of  Loudon attended the stone laying ceremony. In 1835, the clock fitted to the tower. It was designed by M/s Burn, Currie & Co. It was also known as "laat sahib ka girja" (the church of the Governor). Probably the name derived from the fact that the foundation stone was laid by the wife of the Governor General, Marquis of Hastings. St Andrew's Church was built just at the site of Old Court House which was demolished in 1792.

This is a pretty small church located on Dalhousie crossing just opposite of the Writer's Building. The church is well maintained and adds to the charm of the place. Due to the Writer's and the church being in close vicinity, the places seems very historic. The place is 15 mins bus ride from Howrah station.

The Calcutta of 1815 was the seat of authority of The Honourable The East India Company and the most important of its settlements. The Governor General of India at this time was the Earl of Moira (afterwards the Marquis of' Hastings), and the Scottish community in Calcutta, including the military, was an important segment of the European population. In the early days The East India Company had no set ecclesiastical establishment but apparently each ship carried a chaplain and latterly some ministers were brought out to the various settlements who were of the Episcopal Church of England. As the number of Presbyterians grew, the demand for their own ministers became more clamant. The Company were under no obligation to appoint chaplains but they were God fearing men and one cannot read the old records without seeing how great a value they placed on the observance of religious duty both amongst themselves and amongst those they employed. The earliest record of an appoint­ment of a chaplain is in 1607 and the number of churches gradually grew with the growth of the establishment. For years, men like Claudius Buchanan in India and William Wilberforce in England had been protesting against the Company's restrictive attitude towards Christian missionary work, and in 1813 Parliament insisted that the Company grant facilities for missionaries to work freely in India.

A beautifully maintained, well decorated church, situated amidst the most viable route of the city. Thus, it is very convenient for the visitors to have a glance. Sundays, morning at 10, the church organises regular weekly prayer. So, take a note of the time.

A beautiful church of early eighteen hundreds has a white facade with an inspiring spire. The church is located in a major junction of the city adjacent to the 'Writers Building'. It has imposing pillars at the entrance - both in the front and the backsides. Church offices are located at the entrance. The church has an elevated pulpit and a semi circular seating arrangement built using classic ebony wood. The pew chairs have woven seats. It has a semicircular balcony for patrons. Its walls bear a number of plaques and plates of marble and stone put up for dedication and remembrance. One such plaque has been put up by Calcutta Police on the first Police Commemoration Day. It has lots of stories to tell for the coming generations.

Maximam time it's close.

This Presbyterian church is a landmark building of central kolkata. Situated in the north east corner of 'Laldighi '(erstwhile Dalhousie square),St. Andrew's church was built in the year of 1818. The then ruler of India, East India Company under Governor General lord Moira funded rupees one lakh to its foundation. Initially the church was under the influence of the church of Scotland . Several decades later in 1970 , it joined the union of church of North India ( CNI ).

Scottish church’s constructed around 1818 need to be preserved and maintained

The church is very beautiful and ambience is so touchy that you can easily spend few hours in this Church❤️

Build by the British, very old church

This church always shows up in historical photos of Kolkata , so it made it even more special to see it in person.

The church position in main road sides, you can get easily and remember it. Near Lalbazar in front of writer's building. Photography is not allowed inside.

The land for the St. John's Church was donated by the Maharaja Nabo Kishen Bahadur, the founder of the Shovabazar Raj Family.The foundation stone was laid by Warren Hastings, the Governor General of India on 6 April 1784. Two marble plaques at the entrance mark the two historic events. Built by architect James Agg, the St John's church is built with a combination of brick and stone and was commonly known as the "Pathure Girja"[4] (Stone Church). Stone was a rare material in the late 18th century Kolkata. The stones came from the medieval ruins of Gour, and were shipped down the Hooghly River. The minutes book in the church office tell in detail the story of how the ruins of Gaur were robbed to build St John's church.[2]St. John's Church, originally a cathedral, was among the first public buildings erected by the East India Company after Kolkata (Calcutta) became the effective capital of British India.[1] It is located at the North-Western corner of Raj Bhavan, and served as the Anglican Cathedral of Calcutta till 1847, when the see was transferred to St. Paul's Cathedral. Construction of the building, modelled on St Martin-in-the-Fields of London,[2] started in 1784, with Rs 30,000 raised through a public lottery,[3] and was completed in 1787. It is the third oldest church in the city, next to the Armenian and the Old Mission Church.[4]

The church position in main road sides, you can get easily and remember it. Besides MAHAKARAN Buildings,Near Lalbazar.

Magnificent church will definitely visit to see it from inside when it opens

It was fabulous on the Christmas Eve. People and the caretaker were so good. They were humble and gentle, full of information. It was a really good experience.

Nice place of missionary peers

Located near Dalhousie square of Central Kolkata, this Presbyterian church was established in 1818. The church is well maintained by the Church Union of North India.

Located on the connaught point of a bustling street juncture this ancient architectural marvel stands the test of time since 1815. Although not as popular as the nearby St John's Church this Scottish Church definitely in all right demands a visit for its marvelous interiors and breathtaking beauty.

It's a great place & u fill serenity here!

Nice

Its located exactly beside of writers building.

Good

An underrated site in Kolkata. Should be a must visit if you want to know the history of Calcutta. Photography is not allowed inside.

Good church

Holly

Nice place

Looks really beautiful form outside

Built in 1818,the only Scottish church in Kolkata located beside Writers' Buildings is distinct in its design.

British Calcutta's one of the most important historic markers.

Holy place

Pretty peaceful atmosphere. It is a protestant church.

Renowned church of Kolkata running by the church of Scotland. It was the old court house in British era.

A Christian church are situated at the center of the road. Nice place for traveling. You can see a British colonial architecture.

beautiful. centrally located. members found to be friendly with warmth of fellowship. it's s heritage property of Kolkata. worth to be visited.

One of the most iconic structures in kolkata. People visiting Kolkata should definitely visit this place to appreciate the colonial architecture. Near to laldighi area. I liked it very much.

Watch this church daily on commute. Centrally located with old western architecture. Lighting during christmas will be a watch as a icing on the cake. Well maintained.

Old beautiful Presbyterian Church near Dalhousie square.

Its a beautiful place at the centre point of the major area of the city.

very holly place

Nice place

Wonderful service in the presence of the Lord

The place is very frolic to visit here and it is an ancient church

One of the very few surviving Scottish church, situated at the iconic location of dalhousie

Good place

Nice Place

Holy

One of the oldest church of kolkata

Lovely Place

Nice place

Wow..

One of the oldest ikon of Kolkata

When had get into the church and felt something peaceful to me. It was a very good atmosphere. The construction of this church is very good and the outside is also clean.This church situated near barabazar market . You can divert the road from the Dalhousie square while you are approaching towards Howrah railway station . Just cross the lalbazar police station and you can see the church. Photography is not allowed inside .

Pleasant and peaceful

Best

Most peacefull place

British architecture

(Translated by Google) History Cal placed (Original) History Cal plase

Ancient church in city centre

Holy place. Something scary scenes spotted!

Old church