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Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, Kochi (Cochin)

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Visit one of the eight basilicas in India at Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, a church many hail as one of the best in the country. Although the Gothic-style church was originally built in 1558, the British destroyed it, before it was rebuilt again the the 19th century. Behind the plain white exterior, you can expect to find pastel colors and columns painted with frescoes and murals once you step inside. Look up and you'll see the ceiling paintings depicting scenes from the crucifixion of Christ. If you prefer to participate than admire, join in one of the church's regular services. Put Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica and other Kochi (Cochin) attractions into our Kochi (Cochin) trip itinerary planner , and watch your holiday take shape.

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By Abhilash_C2

The church is very old and is maintained well. One of the eight basilicas in Kerala. Located in Fort Kochi, this attracts lot of local and foreign tourists more »
By Sarosh I

When you visit a church pr a place of worship, you not only look at the way its built but also the way it makes you feel when you're inside, and for me this church was the most beautiful one i ever vi... more »
By Charles_and_Susan

This is a Roman Catholic Church and so is decorated differently to the protestant churches in the area. There are lots of pictures and icons as you'd expect. Check out the pictures on the ceiling. more »

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By Wilson R

lovely visit to this place and the decorum of the church is amazing.. well maintained and etiquette.. superb decoration and lights inside the church. large grounds to walk around the basilica.. parking facility is also available. such a wonderful experience...!

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By TAPAN DUTTA

The Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica is one of the eight Bacilicas in Kerala. This Church is heritage of Kerala and one of the finest and most impressive churches in India and visited by tourists the whole year round. Beautiful place to visit, calm and quite atmosphere, vibrant and mind blowing sculptures.

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By asmita gupta

Quaint place with beautiful architecture. The colors truly come alive with light pouring in through the windows. You feel a sense of peace as you sit and gaze at the altar.

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By Santanu Basak

Really very nice place. Must visit place. Scupture and architecture in the church is really awesome. Decoration in Furniture, wall and ceiling is good

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By anzil jose

Beautiful church. this church is one of the finest and most impressive churches in India and visited by tourists the whole year round. It is a place of devotion as well as a center of historic significance, endowed with architectural and artistic grandeur and colours of the Gothic style.

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