The Catholic Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, one of the outstanding historical monuments of Lahore located in the heart of the city on Lawrence Road will celebrate its 100th birthday on 19th November 2007.
The founder of this majestic Temple of God was Dr. Godfrey Pelckmans, a Capuchin Bishop from Belgium. The design of this masterpiece was made according to the Roman Byzantine style by a Belgium architect, Dr. Dubbeleere of Antwerp. The construction work commenced in 1902 and was completed in 1907. Bishop Fabian Eestermans consecrated the Church on 19th November 1907 in an impressive ceremony.
The total length is about 200 feet. The belfry steeple stands 165 feet high, while the magnificent dome, 120 feet high, is flanked by four elegant turrets.