Immaculate Conception Cathedral, Pondicherry, Baroque cathedral in Pondicherry, India.
The cathedral displays a white and blue exterior with golden accents, featuring a central aisle supported by columns and decorated ceilings.
French Jesuit missionaries constructed the original church in 1689, but multiple rebuildings occurred due to conflicts until its completion in 1791.
The cathedral conducts services in both Tamil and English languages, reflecting the diverse community of the Pondicherry and Cuddalore archdiocese.
Visitors can access the cathedral daily from 7 AM to noon and 3 PM to 8:30 PM without paying entrance fees.
The cathedral includes stained glass windows depicting biblical scenes and a choir loft added in 1905 to enhance musical performances.
Location: Pondicherry
Inception: 1791
Architectural style: baroque architecture
GPS coordinates: 11.93299,79.83055
Latest update: May 28, 2025 01:28
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