St. Mary's Orthodox Church

Endowed with the other-worldly ambiance, St. Mary's Orthodox Church is a must-visit destination in the district of Pathanamthitta (Kerala). Founded in the 13th century, this church is dedicated to St. Mary. St. Mary's Orthodox Church stands in the traditional Travancore style of architecture with the shingled rooftop. Over the years, this church has undergone renovations for its expansion. Today, it is visited by a sizable number of tourist as well as the enthusiastic devotees.

It Is Known For:-
1.  Being the oldest church of Travancore
2.  Zealous celebrations of Christmas, Easter, and Good Friday

Best Time To Visit:-
The calm ambiance of this church never fails to lure the tourists. Each day, you can spot visitors that flock to this beguiling church to receive the blessing of the divine. If you plan to celebrate Christmas, Easter, and Good Friday in the traditional Travancore, then you should be the part of the mass prayers and relish those heavenly moments. If not these occasions, then you can visit them any other day as well.

Reaching There:-
You do not have to put extra efforts to reach St. Mary's Orthodox Church. Since it is a well-known place in Pathanamthitta, you can hire the auto-rickshaw or a cab that can drop you at this frequented attraction in Kerala.

Nearest Railway Station- Kottayam
Nearest Airport- Cochin International Airport