St. Joseph’s Cathedral, Gunfoundry is the Mother Church of the Archdiocese of Hyderabad and a treasured 200-year-old heritage monument. Built in 1875 in Baroque and Romanesque style, it houses five majestic Italian bells harmonized to Marian hymns, statues from Europe, and a precious oil painting gifted by the Nizam. With a legacy of education, culture, and service, it stands as a beacon of faith and community life in Hyderabad. “Two centuries strong and counting – a living miracle of St. Joseph’s intercession.”

Cross of Christ

A cherished treasure that draws the faithful closer to the mystery of Christ’s Passion, Death, and Resurrection. The Holy Cross stands as the greatest symbol of God’s boundless love, sacrifice, and redemption, reminding us of the immeasurable price of our salvation. The presence of this sacred relic within the cathedral invites all who come before it to contemplate the profound love of Christ and to seek, through prayer and devotion, spiritual strength, hope, healing, and the grace to carry their own crosses with courage and trust in God.

Relic of Saint Thomas

In a spirit of profound honor and devotion, St. Joseph’s Cathedral, Gunfoundry, is blessed to safeguard a first-class relic of St.Thomas the Apostle. As one of the Twelve Apostles and the one who brought the message of Christ to India, Saint Thomas holds a special place in the heart of the Indian Church. This sacred relic offers the faithful a tangible link to the apostolic foundations of our faith, reminding us of his courage, witness, and ultimate martyrdom for the sake of the Gospel. It invites all who visit to deepen their faith and draw closer to Christ through the powerful intercession of this holy Apostle.

Relic of Saint Anthony

With deep reverence, St. Joseph’s Cathedral, Gunfoundry, safeguards a first-class relic of Saint Anthony of Padua, a cherished treasure that connects the faithful to the miraculous legacy of this beloved saint. Known for his powerful preaching and devotion to the poor and sick, Saint Anthony is often invoked as the patron saint of lost and stolen items. The presence of his sacred relic within the cathedral offers pilgrims and devotees a tangible connection to his intercession, inviting all to experience spiritual consolation, healing, and deeper faith through prayer and reflection.