š Gothic-style church, built over the tomb of Saint Thomas the Apostle.
š One of three churches globally built on an apostle's tomb.
āŖ Impressive bright white structure with towering steeple and ornate interior, dating back to 1893. āØ Features magnificent stained-glass windows and a teak wood rib vault ceiling.
šļø Historically significant, constructed by British colonial authorities to replace a 16th-century Portuguese structure.
š¦“ Contains a small bone from Saint Thomas's hand and the weapon believed to have killed him. š®š³ Recognized as a national shrine of India.
š Important pilgrimage site.
š Visit the modern chapel in the basement to view the saint's relics.
š The primary spire is 45 meters tall and serves as a bell tower, visible from a distance.
š¼ļø Observe the main stained-glass panel above the altar depicting Thomas touching Christ's wound.
šļø Located near Marina Beach.
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