St Andrew’s church or St Andrew’s Kirk is located in Egmore, very near the Egmore railwyastation. The temple is architecturally supreme and personifies the Georgian style of architecture. The church is so famous that it is sometimes referred to as the Queen of Scottish Churches in the East.

The St Andrew’s Church was originally built for the Scottish community in Chennai. The East India Company was responsible for building this church. The people responsible for the construction of the church is Major Thomas Fort de Havilland and Colonel James Caldwell. The Georgian architecture of this place is said to be one of the best across Asia. The structure of the church spells beauty and elegance. Similarly the interiors of the church have been built with Mahogany wood. The stricture consists of domes and pillars. The stucco work of the church gives it an added charm.

The church is said to have been modeled as per the St Martin’s lane in London. The dome of the church has been constructed by the Syrian masonry method. The chequered black and white marble floor of the church is another beautiful sight.

St Andrew’s church is easily accessible as it is located in Egmore, which is well within the city. The church has many devotees thronging on important occasions. This church is a must visit place in Chennai and is part of the Chennai heritage.