St Andrew's Cathedral

St Andrew's Cathedral is the largest cathedral in Singapore, located in the Civic District at City Hall in Downtown Core. Built between 1856 and 1861 in English Gothic Revival style, it is the mother church of the Anglican Diocese of Singapore. Gazetted as a National Monument in 1973, it is notable for its white plastered exterior, stained glass windows, and historic pipe organ.

Visitors can expect a white Gothic Revival cathedral set on spacious grounds near the Padang in the Civic District. Inside, they can see the nave with stained glass windows, memorial plaques, and a pipe organ. The exterior features pointed arches, a spire, and landscaped lawns. Visitors can explore the main sanctuary, side chapels, and the Cathedral Welcome Centre with heritage displays. The surroundings are urban and park-like, close to museums and civic buildings.

The original St Andrew's Church was built in 1836-1837 and was demolished after being struck by lightning. The present building was constructed between 1856 and 1861 under the design of Colonel Ronald MacPherson, built largely by Indian convict labour using Madras chunam plaster. Consecrated in 1862, it served as the centre of Anglican mission work in the region and was gazetted as a National Monument on 28 June 1973.

St Andrew's Cathedral is the mother church of the Anglican Diocese of Singapore and a significant landmark of the Civic District. It reflects Singapore's colonial architectural heritage and continues to serve as an active place of worship, community gatherings, and heritage education for visitors.