St.Francis School At Bhopal

History

The history of St. Joseph’s church, Idgah Hill is associated with the birth of the Archdiocese of Bhopal.On September 13, 1963, His Holiness Pope Paul VI created the Archdiocese of Bhopal and Most Rev. Dr. Eugene D’Souza was appointed as the first Archbishop. Archbishop Dr.Eugene D’Souza was transferred from the Archdiocese of Nagpur. Archbishop Eugene D’Souza was installed as the Archbishop of Bhopal on 13th March, 1963. St. Joseph’s Convent School, started in the year 1956, was the only catholic institution at Idgah Hills. Till then the Jehangirabad parish church and the sisters of St.Joseph were looking after the interests of the Catholics in Bhopal. The parish was basically nurtured and taken care of by the sisters of St.Joseph.

In 1989, the Archbishop Dr.Eugene D’Souza bifurcated St.Francis of Asissi Parish, Jehangirabad and carved out St.Joseph’s Parish at Idgah Hill. Till 1989, many priests offered daily mass in the chapel viz., Fr.Kokath, Fr.Joe D’Cruz, Fr.Hopsteve, Fr.George Amandus, Fr.Bernard Rosario as well as the Archbishop Dr. Eugene D’Souza to name a few.

Help Line/Phone Number

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Location info

• Address_:_St. Joseph’s Church, Idgah Hills, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.

• District:Indore

Climate & weather

Winter is the best climate to visit.

Things to do at St.Francis School At Bhopal

Prayers,Education,sports and extra curricular activities.

Things to visit & highlights

Devi Shrinagar Palace,T.T Nagar,Saputara National Park

How to reach St.Francis School At Bhopal

• **Nearest Railway Station:**Habib Ganj Railway Station

• **Nearest Airport:**Airport Authority Of India,Arera Hills

• **Road Transport:**Central Bus Stand

Hotels & accommodation nearby

• Tourist Hotel, Paras Tourist Home.

Things to carry

Carry Your own Garbage Bags and do not Dispose off Plastic Bags Here and There.Maintain Cleanliness.

Best time to visit St.Francis School At Bhopal

Winter is the best climate to visit.

Timings & opening hours

9:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily

Entry fee & tickets

Check local listings

Duration needed

1-2 hours

Safety tips

Follow general safety guidelines; check local conditions before visiting

Nearby visiting places

Local tourist attractions

Nearest airport, railway & bus

• Tourist Hotel, Paras Tourist Home.

Mobile network coverage

Airtel, Jio, BSNL, and Vi all provide coverage across Madhya Pradesh. 4G is reliable in Bhopal, Indore, Gwalior, Jabalpur, and along national highways. Coverage may be weaker in deep forest areas of Kanha, Bandhavgarh, and Pench national parks. Most hotels and resorts in tourist areas offer free Wi-Fi.

Food & restaurants nearby

Food options are available in the nearest town. Madhya Pradesh cuisine — dal bafla, poha, bhutte ka kees, Bhopali kebabs, and Indori namkeen — offers distinctive regional flavours.

Nearest petrol pump

Indian Oil, Bharat Petroleum, and Hindustan Petroleum retail outlets are available in the nearest town or city. Major highways have fuel stations at regular intervals. It is advisable to fill fuel before entering remote areas, wildlife sanctuaries, and national parks where fuel stations may be limited.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit? October to March for pleasant weather.

How do I get there? MP is well-connected by road, rail, and air from all major Indian cities.

Are there guides available? Local guides are available at most tourist sites.

What facilities are available? Basic facilities including parking, restrooms, and refreshments are generally available.

Accessibility

Accessibility information is not currently available for this site. Contact the venue directly or check with your accommodation for the latest accessibility details.

Rules & restrictions

Standard visitor rules apply. Check locally for any specific restrictions at this site.

Best photography spots

The best photography spots are typically during the golden hours (early morning and late afternoon). Scout the location first to identify the best angles, and consider the direction of light at different times of day.

Quick facts

• Type: Tourist Attraction
• State: Madhyapradesh
• Category: Churches

Visitor information

Please check locally for current visitor information.