St.Andrew's Kirk

Described in the British days as the 'Noblest edifice in Hindustan',St. Andrew's Kirk, an almost two-century-old church, as S.Muthaiah, the eminent historian of  Madras writes, is perhaps one of the 'best examples of Georgian architecture in Asia. 'W.T.Munro describes the church in Madras ' the most splendid church in Madras'. The name itself is suggestive of the Scottish connections the City had, or rather the Madras Presidency of the British days. In 1815 a Scot was even appointed minister in tin Presidency of Madras. Considering such an extent of prominence, it was but natural for the Scots to build a church of their own. Location: Poonamalle High Road, Egmore, Chennai-8. Ph:044-25612608.