The colony's first military church, was built in 1840 for the soldiers to attend services. It was enlarged in 1855 to accommodate 600 people. It is still used, and still associated with the armed forces. The architects were Henry Ginn and Edmund Blacket.
It is found in the oldest part of Sydney, The Rocks.
I just love visiting old churches. Unfortunately, there aren't many here in America!
ReplyDeleteFabulous church. And beautiful interior too. I have seen it from outside but never from within, so thankyou. Lovely shots, Sally.
ReplyDeleteThat and St James are two of my favourite churches.
ReplyDeleteI have viewed from outside but never ventured in. Shame! Blacket designed the Main Quad at USYD and also St John of God at Glebe. I think it is actually just in Millers Point rather than The Rocks. The boundary being the ridge that divides on which the bridge was built. Lovely shot of the interiro - did you use a tripod? I am going to get me one of those little bendable tripods for my rapidly approaching trip. The one I have already is way heavy.
ReplyDeleteThis is exquisite! I love the beautiful composition and deep colors. I would love to see it in person.
ReplyDeleteJulie - no tripod; I rested my camera on the end of one of the pews.
ReplyDeleteI love this!!!
ReplyDeleteI love the stained glass.. what a great place for photos.
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