St. Anthony's Shrine, Colombo

Name: St. Anthony's Shrine
Address: Colombo, Sri Lanka

#73 among attractions in Colombo

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St. Anthony's Shrine is a Roman Catholic church in the Archdiocese of Colombo in Sri Lanka. The church is located at Kochchikade, Kotahena, Colombo 13, and is dedicated to Saint Anthony of Padua. The church is designated a national shrine and minor basilica. A tiny piece of St. Anthony's tongue is preserved in a special reliquary, which is located in a glass case together with a statue of the saint, at the entrance to the church. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1828 (196 years ago)Architectural style: RenaissanceCoordinates: 6°56'49"N, 79°51'22"E

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District 1 (Kotahena West)Colombo Sri Lanka

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St. Anthony's Shrine – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: R. Premadasa Stadium, Sugathadasa Stadium, Floating Market, Colombo Port Maritime Museum.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to St. Anthony's Shrine?

Nearby attractions include St. Thomas' Church, Colombo (9 min walk), New Kathiresan Kovil, Colombo (9 min walk), Wolvendaal Church, Colombo (10 min walk), Methodist Church, Colombo (14 min walk).

How to get to St. Anthony's Shrine by public transport?

The nearest stations to St. Anthony's Shrine:

Bus

Pettah Private Bus Station (24 min walk)

Train

Secretariat (33 min walk)