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Said to be the first cathedral built in the overseas territory of the British Empire, St. Paul's Cathedral is a Anglican cathedral located in Kolkata. Also said to be the seat of the Diocese of Calcutta, the church was completed in 1847. The edifice now stands on the Cathedral Road on the 'Island of Attractions'. The church is said to be a very fine example of Indo-Gothic style of architecture. Located in a direct line of sight from the Victoria Memorial, St. Paul's Cathedral is the largest cathedral in Kolkata. Built in an ancient Gothic Revival style, the cathedral complex houses a library which situated over the western porch and a display of various plastic art forms and memorabilia. The cathedral is pretty well-maintained in a serene,peaceful and calm atmosphere. People of all religio