Historic Churches of Kerala

Manarcad St. Mary's Orthodox Church

Orthodox Church
Thiruvananthapuram District

Historic Orthodox Church known for its traditional Kerala Christian architecture, ancient traditions, and significant role in the Orthodox community of Kerala.

Key Attractions:
Orthodox Architecture Traditional Ceremonies Ancient Traditions
Year-round (Special during Orthodox festivals)
8 km

Infant Jesus Cathedral

Cathedral
Kollam District

Beautiful Cathedral at Thoothoor dedicated to Infant Jesus, known for its architectural grandeur, devotional atmosphere, and significance in Kerala's Catholic heritage.

Key Attractions:
Cathedral Architecture Infant Jesus Devotion Catholic Heritage
Year-round (Christmas season particularly special)
75 km

St. Peter's and St. Paul's Orthodox Church, Parumala

Orthodox Church
Pathanamthitta District

The renowned Parumala Church, burial place of Saint Gregorios of Parumala, first Indian Orthodox Saint, featuring ancient Orthodox traditions, pilgrimage significance, and spiritual heritage.

Key Attractions:
Saint Gregorios Tomb Orthodox Pilgrimage Site Ancient Church Architecture
Year-round (November 2nd - Saint's feast day)
110 km

St. George Forane Church, Edathua

Forane Church
Alappuzha District

Historic Forane Church dedicated to St. George, known for its traditional Kerala church architecture, backwater location, and important role in the Christian heritage of Alappuzha.

Key Attractions:
St. George Devotion Forane Church Heritage Backwater Location
November-February (Best backwater season)
165 km

St. Mary's Cathedral, Changanassery

Cathedral
Kottayam District

Magnificent Cathedral in Changanassery featuring impressive architecture, rich Catholic heritage, and serving as an important ecclesiastical center in Kerala's Christian community.

Key Attractions:
Cathedral Architecture Catholic Heritage Religious Art
Year-round (Special during Christmas and Easter)
185 km

St. George's Catholic Church, Thodupuzha

Catholic Church
Idukki District

Historic Catholic church in Thodupuzha dedicated to St. George, known for its hill station setting, traditional Kerala architecture, and local community heritage.

Key Attractions:
St. George Devotion Hill Station Church Catholic Heritage
Year-round (Cooler hill station climate)
225 km

St. Francis Church, Fort Kochi

Historic European Church
Ernakulam District

India's oldest European church built in 1503, where Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama was originally buried, showcasing colonial architecture and maritime history.

Key Attractions:
Oldest European Church Vasco da Gama History Colonial Architecture
October-March (Pleasant Fort Kochi weather)
210 km

Our Lady of Ransom Church, Vallarpadam

Marian Pilgrimage Church
Ernakulam District

Famous Marian pilgrimage center dedicated to Our Lady of Ransom, known for miraculous devotion, annual feast, and significant role in Kerala's Catholic heritage.

Key Attractions:
Marian Pilgrimage Our Lady of Ransom Devotion Miraculous Devotion
September (Annual feast - September 24th)
215 km

St. Mary's Church, Mangattuparamba

Parish Church
Kannur District

Traditional parish church dedicated to St. Mary in Mangattuparamba, known for its Marian devotion, rural setting, and importance in local Christian heritage.

Key Attractions:
Marian Devotion Rural Church Setting Traditional Architecture
Year-round (Marian feast days special)
510 km