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Kerala is Asia's cradle of Christianity. Majoirity of the population in Kerala comprises of Christians. So it is obvious that there would be a host of famous churches in Kerala .
St. Mary's Church in Kerala
Located in Cheriapalli and built in 1579 by Thekkumkoor Maharajah, St. Mary's Church is an architectural splendor. It displays outstanding architecture - a blend of Kerala and Portuguese styles. Visit the church just to admire the walls adorned with beautiful murals made in oriental and western styles on biblical and non biblical themes.
Thazhathangadi Valiapalli in Kerala
Thazhathangadi Valiapalli, built in 1550 AD, belongs to the Knanaya Orthodox Syrian Community. The Persian cross and the Pahlavi inscriptions of this church are famous.
St. Mary's Church in Kerala
Located in Manarcad, St. Mary's Church is one of the most important churches of the Malankara Jacobite Syrian Christians . The main annual event, ettunompu (8 day fasting) is worth mentioning. Devotees from far and wide congregate to participate in the prayers and rituals
St. George's Church in Kerala
Puthupalli boasts of St. George's Church which is believed to have been built by the Thekkumkoor Rajas . The golden cross in this church is well known. The feast of St. George (Gee Varghese) is the annual event.
The CSI Cathedral Church in Kerala
Built over 175 years ago, The CSI Cathedral Church is a monument from the British Era. The Old Seminary , Marthoma Seminary and Vadavathoor Seminary proclaim Syrian and Roman Christian traditions.
St. Thomas Mount in Kerala
This holy place of Christians is located 1200 ft. above sea level. Enjoy the panoramic view of the Vaikom Lake and the surrounding areas here
St. Mary's Church in Kerala
Built in 355 AD on the high ranges of Kuravilangad town, St. Mary's Church has an old bell which bears untraced inscription.
St. Joseph's Monastery in Kerala
St. Joseph's Monastery was built by the blessed Father Chavara Kuriakose Elias . The mortal remains of this saintly priest are preserved here. Thousands of devotees gather here to pay homage to the saint every day.
Other churches in Kerala
- Vimalagiri Church
- St. Thomas Church
- St. Thomas Church
Christians in Kerala or even tourists from all over the world can visit the churches in Kerala and get overwhelmed with the finest of architectural wonders displayed here.
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