4 Churches to Explore in Ernakulam

The 500 year old Basilica that hosts the relic of The Holy Cross of Jesus Christ.

The 500 year old Church which was the burial place of Vasco da Gama, the first European to enter India.

Asia's largest shrine of Saint George. Locally known as Edappally church.

Vallarpadam Basilica (National Shrine Basilica of Our Lady of Ransom, Vallarpadam) is a major Christian pilgrim center of India. Around one million people visit the Basilica every year, it is the most important Marian Shrine in India. The picture of Mary and Infant Jesus at the top of the main altar was brought by Portuguese merchants under the leadership of Vasco Da Gama in 1524. The two towers has viewing decks that is open to visitors as well.