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Santhome Cathedral Basilica:
The name
Santhome comes from St. Thomas, the disciple of Jesus, who
according to some is believed to have come to India during
52 AD. There is also a history that he was killed on the
St. Thomas mount in 78 AD and his remains were preserved in
the Santhome Beach where a church was built. The church
depicts the Gothic style of architecture and is especially
for the Catholic Christians. The history of the church is
what attracts a lot of tourists and localites to the
church. Visiting the church is easier as there are a lot of
autorickshaws, taxis and call taxis available.
St. Thomas
Mount:
Also known as Parangi Malai in Tamil,
this place is situated on a hill top and is named after St.
Thomas, the apostle of Jesus Christ, where he is believed
to have been martyred. During Easter month, people climb
the steps all the way up to this hill top to reach the
church singing hymns and songs of Jesus Christ. This is
also an excursion spot for schools as the church overlooks
the international air terminal and children are excited to
see the take offs or landings of flights.
Anderson
Church:
This is situated in Broadway and is
famous for its unique, slim towering steeple. It is named
after Anderson John who was an educationalist popular for
spreading the mission of education.
St.Mary's
Church:
This is located at Fort St. George
constructed during the British period, and is found hidden
amongst the government secretariat buildings housed within
the walls of the Fort.
St. Andrews's Kirk Cathedral:
This Presbyterian
Church is located on the Poonamalee high road. This church
stands unique in following the neo classical style with a
circular form.
Armenian Church:
Located in the
Armenian street in the busy streets of George Town, is this
quiet church which looks deserted even on the Sundays as it
has no Armenian communities in the city to attend the
church.
Church of Our Lady of Light:
This church is
situated a mile away from the Santhome basilica. It is also
popularly known as the Luz church. It is the oldest church
constructed in Chennai with the altar done up in silver and
gold leaf.
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