About St. Francis Xavier Cathedral
St. Francis Xavier Cathedral is the cathedral church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Bangalore, located on St. John's Church Road in Cleveland Town, Bengaluru. Originally founded in 1851 by French missionaries and rebuilt in 1911, it was elevated to cathedral status in 1940. Built in Gothic style with twin towers and stained-glass windows, it serves as the mother church for Catholics in the region.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a large Gothic-style cathedral with twin spires, arched windows, stained glass, and a spacious nave with wooden pews and an ornate altar. The compound is relatively quiet despite being in central Bengaluru, with a forecourt, grotto and parish buildings. As an active place of worship, visitors can observe daily Mass, prayer services, and quiet contemplation. The interior is well-maintained and suitable for architecture appreciation and photography from outside.
Key highlights
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Cathedral church of the Archdiocese of Bangalore since 1940
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Gothic architecture with twin towers and arched stained-glass windows
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Historic foundation in 1851 and present structure completed in 1911
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Spacious nave with marble altar and statues of St. Francis Xavier
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Active daily Mass and major feast celebrations, especially the annual feast in December