St. Sebastian's Church, Katuwapitiya, Catholic church in Katuwapitiya, Negombo, Sri Lanka.
The church features a terra-cotta roof and combines European architectural elements with Sri Lankan building traditions in its structural design.
On Easter Sunday 2019, the church experienced a devastating bombing that resulted in ninety-three casualties, including twenty-seven children.
The church holds regular masses and ceremonies for the Catholic population of Negombo, where Christianity maintains a strong presence among local residents.
Located at coordinates 7.211056, 79.859167, the church welcomes visitors daily and offers guided tours through local clergy members and community representatives.
The surviving statue of the Risen Jesus within the church bears marks from the 2019 blast, serving as a memorial to those affected.
Location: Negombo
GPS coordinates: 7.21106,79.85917
Latest update: March 10, 2025 15:42
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