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Kanpur Memorial Church
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Kanpur Memorial Church, also known as All Souls' Church, is a striking Gothic Revival structure built in 1875. It commemorates the British and Indian soldiers who lost their lives during the 1857 siege. The church features a tall spire, intricate stained-glass windows, and a memorial inside with names of the fallen. The surrounding cemetery contains graves from the same period. Its serene atmosphere offers a contrast to the bustling city.
Don't miss
- Memorial tablets listing names of siege victims
- Stained-glass windows depicting biblical scenes
- Well-preserved Gothic architecture and spire
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Kanpur Memorial Church
You can visit Kanpur Memorial Church on your own. A guide is worth it for the history and detail that is easy to walk past, and a tour can combine it with nearby sights.
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