St. Mary's Cathedral Basilica, Kochi
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Nestled in the heart of Kochi, India, St. Mary's Cathedral Basilica stands as a beacon of faith and architectural splendor. This magnificent church, a testament to the religious harmony and historical depth of the region, is a must-visit for both devotees and admirers of historical structures.
The cathedral's origins trace back to the Portuguese colonization of the area, with the original structure built in the 16th century. Over the years, the church underwent several transformations, reflecting the changing times and architectural influences. Today, St. Mary's Cathedral Basilica holds the distinction of being the cathedral church of the Archdiocese of Verapoly and is celebrated for its Gothic style and artistic grandeur.
The facade of the cathedral is adorned with intricate carvings and statues that are not merely decorative but also narrate the stories of the saints and the Virgin Mary, to whom the basilica is dedicated. The interior of the church is equally impressive, with stunning stained glass windows that create a kaleidoscope of colors as sunlight filters through, casting a divine glow across the sacred space.
The cathedral is a spiritual sanctuary where daily masses and prayers are held, drawing in a congregation from across the city and beyond. The sense of peace and communal worship is palpable, making it a cherished place for reflection and solace.
Visitors to St. Mary's Cathedral Basilica can explore its rich history and architectural beauty. It is open to the public throughout the year and welcomes people of all faiths to witness the grandeur of this ecclesiastical edifice. The church not only serves as a place of worship but also as a cultural landmark that embodies the essence of Kochi's diverse heritage.
Getting there by public transportation
Public transportation stops near this location
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Metro
- Calculate routeHigh Court Junction 3 min walk
- Calculate routeHigh Court 5 min walk
- Calculate routeSaritha 6 min walk
- Calculate routeSt Alberts 8 min walk
- Calculate routeM. G. Road 12 min walk
- Calculate routeMaharaja's College 23 min walk
- Calculate routeTown Hall 27 min walk
- Calculate routeErnakulam South 35 min walk
- Calculate routeErnakulam Town 25 min walk
- Calculate routeErnakulam Junction 36 min walk
- Calculate routeEmbarkation Jetty 32 min walk
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to St. Mary's Cathedral Basilica?
Nearby attractions include Syro-Malabar Church, Kochi (2 min walk), Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Verapoly, Kochi (3 min walk), St. Albert's College, Kochi (5 min walk), Marine Drive, Kochi (5 min walk).
How to get to St. Mary's Cathedral Basilica by public transport?
The nearest stations to St. Mary's Cathedral Basilica:
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- High Court Junction • Lines: Aluva → Chellanam, Aluva → Chottanikara, Aluva → Edakochi, Aluva → Ernakulam South, Aluva → Fort Kochi, Aluva → Kumbalangi, Aluva → Mattancherry, Aluva → Palluruthy, Aluva → Panangad, Aluva → Perumpadappu, Aluva → Thevara, Aluva → Thoppumpady, Aluva → Wellington Island, Amritha Hospital → Perumpadappu, Chellanam → Aluva, Chellanam → Cheranellore, Chellanam → Chittoor, Chellanam → High Court, Chellanam → Kaloor, Chellanam → Methanam, Chellanam → Palarivattom, Cheranelloor → Edakochi, Cheranelloor → High Court, Cheranelloor → Kadavanthra, Cheranelloor → Mundamveli, Cheranelloor → Perumpadappu, Cheranelloor → Puthiakavu, Cheranelloor → Thevara Ferry, Cheranellore → Chellanam, Cheranellore → Fort Kochi, Cheranellore → Kumbalangi, Cheranellore → Mattancherry, Cheranellore → Panangad, Cheranellore → Thevara, Cheranellore → Thrippoonithura, Chittethukara → Fort Kochi, Chittethukara → Kumbalangi, Chittethukara → Thevara, Chittoor → Chellanam, Chittoor → Kochu Kadavanthara, Chittoor → Thevara Ferry, Chittoor Ferry → Fort Kochi, Chittoor Ferry → Kumbalam, Chittoor Ferry → Mattancherry, Chittoor Ferry → Perumpadappu, Chittoor Ferry → Thevara, Chittoor Ferry → Thrippoonithura, Chittoor Temple → Chottanikara, Chittoor Temple → Chottanikkara, Chittoor Temple → Edakochi, Chittoor Temple → Perumpadappu, Chittoor Temple → Thevara, Chittortemple → Kumbalangi, Chittortemple → Mattancherry, Chittortemple → Panangad, Chottanikara → Aluva, Chottanikara → Chittoor Temple, Chottanikkara → Chittoor Temple, Chottanikkara → Elamakkara, Chottanikkara → Kaloor, Chottanikkara → Kothad Ferry, Chottanikkara → Puthukkalavattom, Edachira → Fort Kochi, Edakochi → Aluva, Edakochi → Cheranelloor, Edakochi → Chittoor Temple, Edakochi → Kakkanad, Edakochi → Thuthiyoor, Elamakkara → Chottanikkara, Elamakkara → Thevara Ferry, Eloor → Ernakulam Jetty, Eloor → Fort Kochi, Eloor → Kadavanthra, Eloor → Kumbalam, Eloor → Mattancherry, Eloor → Poothotta, Eloor → Wellington Island, Eloor Dippo → Thevara ferry, Eloor ferry → Gandhinagar, Ernakulam Boat Jetty → Cherai, Ernakulam Boat Jetty → Pizhala, Ernakulam Boat Jetty → Ponekkara, Ernakulam Jetty → Eloor, Ernakulam Jetty => N Paravur, Ernakulam South → Aluva, Ernakulam South → Kakkanad, Eroor → Eroor, Fort Kochi → Aluva, Fort Kochi → Cheranellore, Fort Kochi → Chittethukara, Fort Kochi → Chittoor Ferry, Fort Kochi → Chittoor Temple, Fort Kochi → Edachira, Fort Kochi → Eloor, Fort Kochi → Kakkanad, Fort Kochi → Medical college, Fort Kochi → Methanam, Fort Kochi → Palarivattom, Fort Kochi → Ponekkara, Fort Kochi → Pukkattupady, Fort Kochi → Puthukkalavattom, Fort Kochi → Thuthiyoor, Gandhinagar → Eloor ferry, High Court → Chellanam, High Court → Cheranelloor, High Court → Poothotta, High court → Poothotta, High Court → Thrippoonithura, High Court → Vytilla Mobility Hu, Kadavanthra → Cheranelloor, Kadavanthra → Eloor, Kadavanthra → Kadavanthra, Kakkanad → Edakochi, Kakkanad → Ernakulam South, Kakkanad → Fort Kochi, Kakkanad → Konthuruthy, Kakkanad → Kumbalangi, Kakkanad → Mattancherry, Kakkanad → Panangad, Kakkanad → Perumpadappu, Kakkanad → Thevara, Kakkanad → Thevara Ferry, Kakkanad → Wellington Island, Kakkanad CEPZ → Thevara Ferry, Kaloor → Chellanam, Kaloor → Chottanikkara, Kaloor → Kumbalangi, Kaloor → Panangad, Kaloor → Perumpadappu, Kaloor → Thrippoonithura, Kochu Kadavanthara → Chittoor, Konthuruthy → Aluva, Konthuruthy → Kakkanad, Kothad Church → Kundannoor, Kothad Ferry → Chottanikkara, Kothad Ferry → Thevara, Kozhivettumveli → Kozhivettumvel, Kumbalam → Chittoor Ferry, Kumbalam → Eloor, Kumbalangi → Aluva, Kumbalangi → Cheranellore, Kumbalangi → Chittethukara, Kumbalangi → Chittoor Temple, Kumbalangi → Kakkanad, Kumbalangi → Kaloor, Kumbalangi → Ponekkara, Kundannoor → Kothad Church, Kundannoor → Kundannoor, Mattancherry → Aluva, Mattancherry → Cheranellore, Mattancherry → Chittoor Ferry, Mattancherry → Chittortemple, Mattancherry → Eloor, Mattancherry → Kakkanad, Mattancherry → Ponekkara, Medical college → Fort Kochi, Medical college → Thrippoonithur, Methanam (Eloor North) → Fort Ko, Methanam → Chellanam, Mundamveli → Cheranelloor, N.Paravur - varapuzha - Containe, Palarivattom → Chellanam, Palarivattom → Fort Kochi, Palluruthy → Aluva, Pambayimoola → Thuthiyoor, Panangad → Aluva, Panangad → Cheranellore, Panangad → Chittortemple, Panangad → Kakkanad, Panangad → Kaloor, Perumpadappu → Aluva, Perumpadappu → Amritha Hospital, Perumpadappu → Cheranelloor, Perumpadappu → Chittoor Ferry, Perumpadappu → Chittoor Temple, Perumpadappu → Kakkanad, Perumpadappu → Kaloor, Ponekkara → Ernakulam Boat Jetty, Ponekkara → Fort Kochi, Ponekkara → Kumbalangi, Ponekkara → Mattancherry, Ponekkara → Thevara, Ponekkara → Thevara Ferry, Poothotta → Eloor, Poothotta → High Court, Poothotta → High court, Poothotta → Puthukkalavattom, Pukkattupady → Fort Kochi, Puthiakavu → Cheranelloor, Puthukkalavattom → Chottanikkara, Puthukkalavattom → Fort Kochi, Puthukkalavattom → Poothotta, Puthukkalavattom → Thevara, Thevara → Aluva, Thevara → Cheranellore, Thevara → Chittethukara, Thevara → Chittoor Ferry, Thevara → Chittoor Temple, Thevara → Kakkanad, Thevara → Kothad Ferry, Thevara → Ponekkara, Thevara → Puthukkalavattom, Thevara → Thuthiyoor, Thevara Ferry → Cheranelloor, Thevara Ferry → Chittoor, Thevara Ferry → Elamakkara, Thevara ferry → Eloor Dippo, Thevara Ferry → Kakkanad, Thevara Ferry → Kakkanad CEPZ, Thevara Ferry → Ponekkara, Thoppumpady → Aluva, Thrippoonithura → Cheranellore, Thrippoonithura → Chittoor Ferry, Thrippoonithura → High Court, Thrippoonithura → Kaloor, Thrippoonithura → Medical colleg, Thrippoonithura → Thrippoonithur, Thuthiyoor → Edakochi, Thuthiyoor → Fort Kochi, Thuthiyoor → Pambayimoola, Thuthiyoor → Thevara, Vyttila Mobility Hub → Thamannam, Vyttila Mobility Hub → Vyttila M, Wellington Island → Aluva, Wellington Island → Eloor, Wellington Island → Kakkanad (3 min walk)
- High Court • Lines: Appangad → High Court, High Court → Appangad, High Court → Manjanakad, High Court → Mulavukad, High Court → Munambam, High Court → Nedungad, High Court → Njarakkal, High Court → North Paravur, High Court → Panambukad, High Court → Poothotta, High court → Poothotta, High Court → Pukkad, High Court → Thrippoonithura, High Court → Vypin → North Parav, Manjanakad → High Court, Mulavukad → High Court, Munambam → High Court, N.Paravur - varapuzha - Containe, Nedungad → High Court, Njarakkal → High Court, North Paravur → High Court, North Paravur → Vypin → High Cou, Panambukad (Vallarpadam) → High, Pizhala → Ernakulam Boat Jetty, Poothotta → High Court, Poothotta → High court, Pukkad → High Court, Thrippoonithura → High Court (5 min walk)
Metro
- M. G. Road • Lines: I (12 min walk)
- Maharaja's College • Lines: I (23 min walk)
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- Ernakulam Town (25 min walk)
- Ernakulam Junction (36 min walk)
Ferry
- Embarkation Jetty (32 min walk)
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