St John's Cathedral/Court of Final Appeal

The Church of Kings

St John’s Cathedral Built in 1849, St John’s is the oldest Anglican church in south-east Asia; and one of the oldest buildings in the city. The cathedral itself wouldn't look out of place in a quaint English town. Its gothic architecture features a striking tower and beautiful stained glass windows by the famous William Morris in England. Before the handover in 1997, the front pew was reserved for the governor and visiting royalty. You can still see the governor's insignia at the end of the first pew. In a tradition that was critical for the socialites of the day, the nearer to the front you got to sit, the more important you were said to be. 4-8 Garden Road, Central. Open to the public Right next to St John’s is the former French Mission building. Despite its name, serving as the French Mission is only one of the building’s many uses. Originally an American trading house, and then briefly the Russian consulate, the building was finally bought by the French, and today it serves as the Court of Final Appeal. Battery Path, Central. Not open to the public