St. Mary's Orthodox Church, Kottayam, Orthodox church in Kottayam, India.
The church features ten granite pillars supporting the portico roof, with thick stone walls containing numerous oil lamps throughout the structure.
Established in 1579 by Portuguese architect Antony and local craftsmen, this church replaced the original Valiyapally following a congregation division.
The interior walls display extensive mural paintings depicting events from Jesus Christ's life, created by foreign artists using natural organic dyes.
The church remains open to visitors every day from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, located 4 kilometers from central Kottayam near multiple accommodation options.
In 1966, Ignatius Yacub III presented the church with the Holy Girdle of St Mary, making it the first Indian church to receive these relics.
Location: Kottayam district
GPS coordinates: 9.59754,76.51011
Latest update: March 14, 2025 21:16
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