St. Stephen's Church, Kombuthurai, Catholic church in Kombuthurai, India
The stone structure of St. Stephen's Church stands near the coast, featuring traditional Roman Catholic architectural elements with local Tamil influences.
St. Francis Xavier constructed this church in May 1544, marking it as the first church built by a saint to honor another saint.
The church holds two annual feasts: one celebrated by original inhabitants in February and another on January 2nd introduced in the 1980s.
The church maintains regular service schedules and welcomes visitors daily, with increased attendance during morning and evening prayer times.
The original altar, cross, and baptismal well used by St. Francis Xavier remain preserved within the church despite centuries without clergy presence.
Location: Thoothukudi
GPS coordinates: 8.58063,78.13280
Latest update: March 9, 2025 11:36
Nellaiappar Temple
51.7 km
Adichanallur archaeological site
50.4 km
Alwarthirunagari Permual Temple
20.1 km
Basilica of Our Lady of Snows, Thoothukudi
24.5 km
Sri Vanamamalai Perumal Temple
22.3 km
Srivaikuntanathan Permual Temple
22.3 km
Vaishnava Nambi and Thirukurungudivalli Nachiar Temple
22.3 km
Vaithamanidhi Perumal Temple
19.3 km
Krishnapuram Venkatachalapathy temple
18 km
Vallanadu Wildlife Sanctuary
61.8 km
ThiruVaragunamangai Perumal Temple
23.8 km
Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple, Tirukulandhai
16.5 km
Thirupuliyangudi Perumal Temple
23.8 km
St. John's Cathedral, Nazareth
17.8 km
Holy Trinity Cathedral, Palayamkottai
47.5 km
Sathya Vageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad
64.6 km
Our Lady of Snows
57.6 km
Thiruchendur Murugan Temple
9.4 km
Makara Nedunkuzhai Kannan Temple
14.8 km
Aravindalochanar temple
18 km
Kailasanathar Temple, Srivaikuntam
24.7 km
Devapiran temple
18 km
Kulashekharanatha Mahalingam Temple, Pathai
64.6 km
Saint Paul Church, Mela Ilandaikulam
63.7 km
St. Joseph Shrine, Panagudi
67.8 km
Bhaktavatsala Temple
63.2 km
Cape Camorin Lighthouse
55.2 km
Sacred Heart Cathedral in Tuticorin
25.1 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes