Description:
This church has been standing for many years, which was established in 1663 in the civil area of Kaliganj upazila of Gazipur. Many valuable historical events are associated with this church. The first Bible in the regional Bengali language of Kaliganj was published here, and the first bilingual Bengali dictionary and the first printed book were published here.
History:
St. Nicholas Church is one of the most prominent places in the mythological architecture of Bangladesh. This church is an invaluable heritage of the Portuguese with a history of almost 360 years. Built in 1663 in the civil area of Kaliganj Upazila of Gazipur, this church has added subcontinental architecture to the cycle of European architecture.
There are two large tombs in this church area. A new modern church building has been constructed over a large area next to the old church. Dates carved into the walls say it was built around 1663. On the other hand, the year 1888 is written on the wall as the new construction date. Another large church building was built here. In front of which is placed a standing statue of Jesus with outstretched hands. After the new construction, the present beautiful church surprises many visitors. Such an old church, yet it looks like a modern construction style of today.
Attractions:
Many may be surprised to see this newly built church. This is a priceless church, but its architectural style is definitely modern today.
In 1910, a primary school was started in the courtyard of this church with a small grant from the Portuguese priest and the then District Board. Then, in 1920, it was upgraded to Lower Secondary English School on 1 September. Shahid Tajuddin Ahmad, the first Prime Minister of Bangladesh was a student of that school.
