The St. Mary's Church is a popular church located in Lansdowne of district Pauri Garhwal. In the year 1895, construction of this church was started by Colonel AHB Hume of the Royal Engineers and this became ready in the year 1896. In the year 1947, this church was reconstructed by the Garhwal Rifles Center. There is a small museum inside it.
There is a "Wiling Vail" in the church, people believe that if coin is dropped into it and desire is sought, so that definitely comes full. As it looks beautiful from outside the church, equally beautiful from inside. This church is made up of Victorian style architecture. This church is very beautifully constructed.
Not only Christians but also people from all communities visit this church. During the trip to Lansdowne, tourists visit this church. St. Mary's Church is one of the main religious places in Lansdowne, which attracts many tourists coming here.
By Air
The nearest airport of Lansdowne is Jolly Grant Airport Dehradun, which is about 144 km from Lansdowne.
By Rail
The nearest railway station of Lansdowne is Kotdwar, which is about 40 km from Lansdowne.
By Road
This Church is located at a distance of about 3 km from Lansdowne.
The journey of St Mary's Church can be done throughout the year, but the best time to visit here is between the months of October to May. Travelling here in these months is the best and enjoyable.
During the winter season, the weather of here is cold. Due to snowfall on the surrounding hills in the winter season, the temperature of here goes down very much.
Due to heavy rains in the rainy season, it is a bit difficult to travel of here because of heavy rains threatening landslides.