Shrine of Our Lady of Matara, Matara
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Facts and practical information
Shrine of Our Lady of Matara is a Roman Catholic church devoted to the Virgin Mary, in the town of Matara, Sri Lanka. The shrine houses a statue of the Virgin Mary holding the infant Jesus. Though the statue's origins are unknown, church officials claim that it is 400 years old. The statue has been damaged, lost and recovered more than once, most recently during the 2004 tsunami in Asia, which damaged the shrine and killed 24 people attending Sunday Mass. The church celebrated its centenary year in 2007. ()
Coordinates: 5°56'36"N, 80°33'7"E
Address
Matara
Contact
+94 412 222 056
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Day trips
Shrine of Our Lady of Matara – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Matara Bodhiya, Matara fort, Dutch Reformed Church, Star fort.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Shrine of Our Lady of Matara?
Nearby attractions include Dutch Reformed Church, Matara (10 min walk), Matara fort, Matara (11 min walk), Star fort, Matara (11 min walk), Matara Bodhiya, Matara (13 min walk).