Holy Trinity Church, Murree

The Holy Trinity Church, Murree is a church located on The Mall, Murree.[1][2]

Holy Trinity Church
A view of the Holy Trinity Church, Murree
33°54′21″N 73°23′32″E
LocationMurree, Punjab
CountryPakistan
DenominationProtestant
History
Founded1857
Architecture
Completed1875
Administration
DioceseChurch of Pakistan Lahore Diocese

History

Holy Trinity Church, Murree was founded in 1857.[3] The construction work was completed in 1875.[1] It was the main church of Murree during the colonial era.[1]

In 1997, Queen Elizabeth II visited the church to pray there.[4]

Building

The original church building was built with red brick, but was later converted into a grey-brick building.[3]

References

  1. Ahmed, Shoaib (July 4, 2014). "Murree's nine historical buildings declared 'special premises'". DAWN.COM.
  2. "Harvard Club of Pakistan celebrates new book on Murree". The Express Tribune. August 11, 2021.
  3. Yasin, Aamir (September 9, 2018). "Holy Trinity Church remains the main church in Murree". DAWN.COM.
  4. "The Holy Trinity Church, Murree - Sarmaya". sarmaya.in. April 5, 2021.
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