St. Joseph's Cathedral, Allahabad

#13 among attractions in Allahabad

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St. Joseph's Cathedral is the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Allahabad, in Prayagraj, India. Built in 1879, the cathedral represents a fine example of Italian architecture. It is said that the craftsmen and materials were brought from Italy. ()

Coordinates: 25°27'27"N, 81°50'41"E

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St. Joseph's Cathedral – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Anand Bhavan, All Saints Cathedral, Allahabad Museum, Jawahar Planetarium.

1 miE
Museum, Architecture, Historical place
Anand Bhavan, Allahabad
25 min walk • The Anand Bhavan is a historic house museum in Prayagraj, India, focusing on the Nehru Family. It was bought by Indian political leader Motilal Nehru in the 1930s to serve as the residence of the Nehru family when the original mansion Swaraj Bhavan was transformed into the local headquarters of the Indian National Congress.
1.2 miW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Gothic architecture
All Saints Cathedral, Allahabad
31 min walk • All Saints' Cathedral, also known as Patthar Girja, is an Anglican cathedral located in Prayagraj, India. Modelled after 13th-century Gothic style churches, it is among the Gothic Revival buildings built by the British during their rule in India.
~990 ftSE
Museum, Art museum, Archaeological museum
Allahabad Museum, Allahabad
5 min walk • The Allahabad Museum is a national-level museum in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 1931, it is known for its rich collection and unique objects of art, and is funded by Ministry of Culture.
1 miE
Museum
Jawahar Planetarium, Allahabad
26 min walk • The Jawahar Planetarium is located in the city of Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh, India. It was built in 1979 and is situated beside Anand Bhavan the former residence of the Nehru-Gandhi family and now a museum.
0.7 miNE
Universities and schools
University of Allahabad, Allahabad
19 min walk • The University of Allahabad is a collegiate central university located in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, India. It was established on 23 September 1887 by an Act of Parliament and is recognised as an Institute of National Importance.
1 miE
Museum, History museum
Swaraj Bhavan, Allahabad
26 min walk • Swaraj Bhavan is a large mansion located in Prayagraj India, best known for once being owned by the Indian political leader Motilal Nehru and being home to the Nehru family until 1930. It is managed by the 'Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund', Delhi and functions as a museum open to the public.
0.4 miSE
Sport, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums
Madan Mohan Malviya Stadium, Allahabad
11 min walk • Madan Mohan Malaviya Stadium is a stadium in Allahabad, India. It is used by Uttar Pradesh cricket team for their domestic matches. Sports like Cricket, Hockey, Javelin throw, Taekwondo, and Judo are played here.
1 miE
25°27'34"N • 81°51'36"E
Anand Bhavan, Allahabad
25 min walk • Forts and castles
0.7 miSE
Universities and schools
Motilal Nehru Medical College, Allahabad
17 min walk • Moti Lal Nehru Medical College and associated hospitals is the government medical college with related public hospitals in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, India. It was founded in memory of Pandit Motilal Nehru.
~1130 ftNW
Sport, Sport venue
Amitabh Bachchan Sports Complex, Allahabad
6 min walk • Amitabh Bachchan Sports Complex is an indoor arena located in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh. The 4,000-seat stadium is only indoor stadium in city and was named after famous Indian actor Amitabh Bachchan who was born in the city.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to St. Joseph's Cathedral?

Nearby attractions include Allahabad Museum, Allahabad (5 min walk), Motilal Nehru Medical College, Allahabad (17 min walk), University of Allahabad, Allahabad (19 min walk).

How to get to St. Joseph's Cathedral by public transport?

The nearest stations to St. Joseph's Cathedral:

Bus

Civil Lines Bus Station (19 min walk)

Train

Prayagraj Junction (37 min walk)