St Xavier Church
About St Xavier Church
Far From City: 15 kms from city center
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About St Xavier Church
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Time Required:1-2 hours
Open Time:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Cost:No entry fee
History Of St Xavier Church
According to the church records, the structure was built in the year 1600 A.D. In 1865, it was extended, and the shrine of Our Lady was also renovated and vaulted over in the church. Finally, it was raised to the status of a Cathedral in 1930. This was followed by the commemoration of the fourth centenary of the arrival of St. Xavier in India in 1942 and a tower in his honour was constructed. A grotto for St. Mary and a small shrine for St. Ignatius were also built in the premises of this cathedral during this time. In 1955, the church was again renovated and further enlarged, and the chapel of Our Lady was added to this enlarged area.
Annual Celebration at St Xavier Church
The annual festival of the St Xavier Church takes place every year during November or December, and the celebration lasts for about ten days. People from far and near flock in large numbers to partake in this holy celebration.
How to Reach St Xavier Church
The St Xavier Church is located in Kottar in Nagercoil and can be easily reached via any means of public road transport from Kanyakumari. If you like to travel comfortably, then hire a private cab from the local tour operators.
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