Afghan Church (Church of St. John the Evangelist), Colaba Mumbai
About
A stunning Gothic church built in memory of British soldiers killed in the First Anglo-Afghan War. Its tall spire and stained glass windows make it one of Mumbai's most beautiful churches.
Basic Information
Timings
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
Place Type
Heritage
How to Reach
Walk from Colaba bus depot or Navy Nagar.
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Vidhan Bhavan (2.0 km away) on the Line 3.
Nearby Metro Stations
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History
Built between 1847-1858, the Afghan Church commemorates the British soldiers who died in the Afghan campaigns of 1838-1843. The foundation stone was laid by the Governor of Bombay.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Heritage
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
The church spire is visible from the harbor
Memorial tablets inside list the fallen soldiers of the Afghan wars
The stained glass windows depict scenes from the Bible
The church is peaceful and uncrowded
The stained glass windows are best viewed on sunny mornings
Combine with a visit to Sassoon Docks early morning
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