Saint Mary’s Cathedral

Saint Mary’s Cathedral

History Saint Mary’s Cathedral is the largest Roman Catholic church in Myanmar. Its history dates back to the late 19th century, championed by Bishop Paul Ambroise Bigandet, who secured funding from the British colonial authority. Built on what was then swampy ground...
Saint Mary’s Cathedral

Holy Trinity Cathedral

History The Holy Trinity Cathedral is the primary Anglican church in Yangon. Its history is deeply tied to the British colonial administration. Although the Church of England was the largest Christian constituency in the mid-19th century, it took decades to find a...
Saint Mary’s Cathedral

Armenian Apostolic Church

History The Armenian Apostolic Church of St. John the Baptist is the oldest surviving church in Yangon today. Built in 1862 and consecrated a year later, it stands as a testament to the Armenian community that arrived in Myanmar in the 17th century—long before British...
Immanuel Baptist Church

Immanuel Baptist Church

History Immanuel Baptist Church is one of Yangon’s oldest and most significant religious institutions, standing as a beacon of faith in the vibrant heart of the city. Established during the colonial era, the church has an enduring legacy of service and spiritual...