Singapore and its Churches

Singapore is the abode of some beautiful churches. The Christian people meet their everyday and offer their prayer. Various marriages and many other occasions take place at those churches.

Cathedral of the Good Shepherd: This Cathedral of the Good Shepherd church is situated at Queen Street in Singapore. This is the oldest Catholic Church in Singapore. Its manufacturing year can be stated as 1843. Its construction actually triggered all-out competition between two great colonial architects of the time. They were J T Thomson and D L Sweeney. Ultimately Thomson’s design was chosen. One year later a third architect named Charles Dyce added a tower and a spire. The church is now a designated as national monument. Cathedral of the Good Shepherd is worth seeing.

Church of St Gregory the Illuminator: This Armenian Church is situated at Hill Street. Built in the year 1835, this can be known as Singapore’s oldest church. As its name states, this church is dedicated to St Gregory, who was the first monk of the Armenian Church. Presently this church is regarded as a national monument. George Coleman who was a colonial architect designed this church. This church is considered as a masterpiece of the artist.

St Andrew's Cathedral: This elegant Anglican cathedral is situated at St Andrew’s Street. This was built after its predecessor. G D Coleman built this church in the year 1938. In the year 1852 St Andrew's Cathedral was destroyed by lightning strikes. The present cathedral what we see was designed by Ronald MacPherson in the year 1856. If you visit this church you will see that there is visitors centre at the church. There you can see photos, artifacts, pictures, and a video of the church’s history. Guided tours are also available and you have see as well as understand the things of your own.