Historic Churches of Kerala

St. Joseph's Metropolitan Cathedral

Metropolitan Cathedral
Thiruvananthapuram District

The majestic Metropolitan Cathedral at Palayam, serving as the seat of the Latin Catholic Archdiocese, featuring stunning architecture, rich history, and central role in Kerala's Christian heritage.

Key Attractions:
Metropolitan Cathedral Architecture Latin Catholic Heritage Religious Ceremonies
Year-round (Special during Christmas and Easter)
2 km

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

Santa Cruz Basilica, Fort Kochi

Basilica
Ernakulam District

Beautiful Basilica in Fort Kochi featuring Gothic architecture, artistic interiors, and historical significance as one of the eight Basilicas in Kerala.

Key Attractions:
Gothic Architecture Basilica Status Artistic Interiors
October-March (Fort Kochi tourist season)
212 km

St. Anthony's Forane Church, Ollur

Forane Church
Thrissur District

Beautiful Forane Church dedicated to St. Anthony in Ollur, featuring traditional Kerala church architecture and serving as an important spiritual center for the region.

Key Attractions:
St. Anthony Devotion Forane Church Heritage Traditional Architecture
Year-round (June 13th - St. Anthony feast)
295 km

Christ the King Cathedral, Palakkad

Cathedral
Palakkad District

Impressive Cathedral dedicated to Christ the King in Palakkad, featuring modern architecture, spiritual ambiance, and serving as the ecclesiastical center of the region.

Key Attractions:
Christ the King Devotion Cathedral Architecture Modern Design
Year-round (Christ the King feast special)
345 km

St. Mary's Church, Angadippuram

Parish Church
Malappuram District

Historic parish church dedicated to St. Mary in Angadippuram, known for its traditional architecture, Marian devotion, and important role in the Christian community of Malappuram.

Key Attractions:
Marian Devotion Traditional Architecture Parish Heritage
Year-round (Marian feast days special)
380 km

Sacred Heart Cathedral, Calicut

Cathedral
Kozhikode District

Beautiful Cathedral dedicated to the Sacred Heart in Calicut, featuring stunning architecture, spiritual ambiance, and central role in Kozhikode's Christian community.

Key Attractions:
Sacred Heart Devotion Cathedral Architecture Spiritual Ambiance
Year-round (Sacred Heart feast special)
420 km