Meerut | 27.04.2019 | 10:00 am ~ 11:30 am

Of Legends and Beauty - The Basilica of Our Lady of Graces

About the walk

Situated in Sardhana, which is 22 kilometres away from Meerut, The Basilica of Our Lady of Graces is North India's only basilica. Built by Begum Samru, the only Catholic ruler in India, it is a blend of Greek, Romand Italian architecture, and is dedicated to the Virgin Mary. 

Join us on this walk around Sardhana and get to know more about how Begum Samru turned to Christianity from Islam, how Christianity prospered in India, and how the Renaissance style of architecture emerged.

This guided tour is free.

Walk Time
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Walk Date
Meeting Time
09:45 am

About the walk

Situated in Sardhana, which is 22 kilometres away from Meerut, The Basilica of Our Lady of Graces is North India's only basilica. Built by Begum Samru, the only Catholic ruler in India, it is a blend of Greek, Romand Italian architecture, and is dedicated to the Virgin Mary. 

Join us on this walk around Sardhana and get to know more about how Begum Samru turned to Christianity from Islam, how Christianity prospered in India, and how the Renaissance style of architecture emerged.

This guided tour is free.

Led By

Vanshika Rastogi
Vanshika is currently pursuing her MBA in Travel and Tourism from the Indian Institute of Tourism and Travel Management, Gwalior. Her subject of specialisation is Tour Guiding and Leadership. She loves travelling and exploring the architecture and folklore behind each place she visits.

Meeting Time

09:45 AM

Meeting point

Main gate of the Basilica, Sardhana

Nearest Bus/Metro station

Meerut city

Disclaimer

The information & views presented by walk leaders and individual speakers are based on personal perspectives and points of view and do not necessarily represent views, opinions and official policies of Sahapedia.

Sahapedia reserves the right to cancel an event due to unforeseen circumstances. Participants will be informed accordingly.

Maintaining safety during our events is our main priority. We have implemented several social distancing and safety measures to limit physical interactions between all attendees at the walk. Sahapedia/ India Heritage Walks is not responsible for any illnesses developing due to participation in physical events. 

 

In case you are unable to attend after having registered, please send us an email.

Email: ihw@sahapedia.org

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Please Note

  • Please do not carry too many valuable and food items.
  • Parking is available at the Basilica.
  • Please carry water and wear comfortable shoes and clothes.
  • You may carry your cameras and notebooks.
  • Please refrain from photography close to the altar of the Basilica.