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Vallarpadam Church, Kochi (Cochin)

4.7
#6 of 46 in Historic Sites in Kochi (Cochin)
Church · Hidden Gem · Tourist Spot
Admire an impressive white baroque façade of Vallarpadam Church, a major pilgrimage center for Christians built on a lake island. Originally built in 1524 by the Portuguese and then destroyed by the Dutch, the present-day structure dates to 1676 featuring impressive square-based six story twin towers overlooking the Vembanad Lake. The basilica houses a picture of Mary and Jesus above the altar brought by Vasco De Gama as well as a shrine with a picturesque statue of Virgin Mary, locally known as Vallarpadathamma, carrying a toddler Jesus. Climb the steps leading to the top of one of the towers to get a panoramic view. Add Vallarpadam Church and other attractions to your Kochi (Cochin) trip itinerary using our Kochi (Cochin) online sightseeing planner.
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  • By JEDOLPHY
    A nice holy place to visit for all religions. It is a very miraculous place of our Lady , who is believed to have saved a mother and child trapped underwater for 3 days .Dont forget to go to the top....  more »
  • By SURAJSMILE
    Had been to the velapadam church in Dec 26th 2020 , the church was very nicely decorated for XMas. Awesome place to visit  more »
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