St. Mary's Cathedral (Jalandhar Cantt)
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St. Mary's Cathedral (Jalandhar Cantt)
St. Mary's Cathedral in Jalandhar Cantonment, Punjab, is the seat of the bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Jalandhar. The original church at this site was dedicated to St. Patrick and was constructed by Rev. Fr. John Mc Donnel, OFMCap, in 1847. After India's independence, the old church was demolished in 1987, and the foundation stone for the new cathedral was laid by Pope John Paul II.
The new cathedral was inaugurated on Diwali, October 29, 1989. The cathedral is known for its beautiful architecture, including two minarets with domes and engraved clocks, and a statue of Jesus Christ between the minarets.
The interior is adorned with colorful glass windows that reflect sunlight, creating a spiritual ambiance. The cathedral is open from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM throughout the week, and the Sunday Mass takes place at 8:00 AM.
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