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St. Mary's Orthodox Church

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One of the Best Places To Visits in Padmanābhapuram


Address

133A, SH 180, Thiruvithamcode, Thiruvithankodu, Tamil Nadu 629174, India

Contact

+91 4651 250 219

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (366 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Sunday: (Thaipusam), 5 am to 9 pm, Hours might differ
  • Monday: 5 am to 9 pm
  • Tuesday: 5 am to 9 pm
  • Wednesday: 5 am to 9 pm
  • Thursday: 5 am to 9 pm
  • Friday: 5 am to 9 pm
  • Saturday: 5 am to 9 pm

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  • 5/5 George S. 10 months ago on Google • 141 reviews
    There are no words to describe. Looks extremely old. Established in 63 AD. This happens to be the "half church" / chapel established by St. Thomas. A nostalgic feeling when you enter this orthodox church. There are some very old stone carvings plus in a glass case that says a relic of St. Thomas. Overall, it was a very good feeling and.... PLEASE DON'T MISS THIS CHURCH worth every bit of your time and effort to be here and pray.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jersly Chris B. 5 years ago on Google
    Very old chruch build by st Thomas had a good look. Also had the old things which used by the pastors. Also had the tomb of st Thomas near the chruch. Nice place to visit.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Harikumar M. 8 months ago on Google • 191 reviews
    This is a very old Church and unique. It's said to be a part of ezhara palli (7 and half). Must visit.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joan V. 2 years ago on Google
    Oldest church .....made by St.Thomas. Good vibes only. Holy Qurbana timing for Sundays is early morning 6:30am. If u r around this place, make sure to visit it... U definitely wouldn't regret it .
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anu Shilvya J. 3 months ago on Google • 160 reviews New
    Its the oldest church in the state. Very calm and peaceful. The surroundings are maintained so well.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ashwin S. 1 year ago on Google • 105 reviews
    Beautiful experience visiting this holy place build by St. Thomas, direct disciple of Jesus Christ himself. One can see a small cross in the chapel carved by St. Thomas himself. The building looks and feels ancients blessed with the vibes of the great ones. The inner chapel has a distinct air of silence amidst a small bustling town. Met the revered head priest there who happily pointed out the relics of St Thomas and allowed us to photograph those.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 A.J. A. 8 months ago on Google • 65 reviews
    Oldest Church in the World (63AD) at KK Dist., TN, India - built by Saint Thomas discipline of Jesus Christ
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Arul S. 3 years ago on Google
    Delightful to see God's plan for our country as early as 63AD. Thank you Lord.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Leeo The e. 4 years ago on Google
    Proud to say that first oldest church of tamilnadu and second oldest church of india
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jis S. 6 months ago on Google • 166 reviews
    I was surprised to see the traditional architecture of the church. Still intact. A must visit for traditional architecture admirers. !

  • 5/5 Joby V. 3 months ago on Google • 142 reviews New
    One of the ancient church founded by Apostle St.Thomas in the name st.marys. It is commonly known as 'arappally'. There Is 2000 year old 'well' and 2000 year old 'baptism pond'( mamodeessa thotti). This is a small church good for prayer.

  • 5/5 Ann s. 6 months ago on Google • 35 reviews
    One of the must visit churches. Very peaceful divine environment. It's a very old church and has a 2000yrs old huge well.

  • 5/5 Gaurav E. 1 year ago on Google • 32 reviews
    Really thrilled to know and stand in world's oldest Church. This church was built by St Thomas in first century but unfinished so it's called as Arapally (Half Chuch) Built with big stones, Very silent place to meditate and pray 🙏. Must visit place

  • 5/5 reegan s. 9 months ago on Google
    Beautiful and holy place built by apostle of Jesus -St Thomas

  • 5/5 Varghese J. 1 year ago on Google
    A very unique church, constructed on raw granite slabs, still remaining in its original condition for more than thousand years, believed to be by St Thomas.

  • 5/5 Grace R. 4 months ago on Google • 10 reviews
    The most holy place for the Christian, experienced Christianity in India with 2000 year history. Bless to visit this place last week.

  • 5/5 Ancy S. 1 year ago on Google
    A peaceful place to bond with God with vintage vibes! I got peace! 😃😃

  • 1/5 abinesh w. 1 year ago on Google
    2000 years ago , St.Thoma by his own Hand , he constructed this Church with stones. And The very first church In India is A Very prouded one . St.Thoma Also did His Missionary Movements in Sea Coastal Areas like Kerala - Malabar , Tamil Nadu - Kanniyakumari, Chennai . Thats So Precious one . Thank You Lord For sending Your Doubtful Discipline. To India. Visit This Place and get a Peaceful Mind. Thank You.

  • 5/5 Aravindaraja D. 1 year ago on Google
    Visited one of the oldest church in the world. Very nice traditional architecture.

  • 5/5 pravin s. 2 years ago on Google
    Good atmosphere, Feels Calm quite and holy.. thanks to to the administration.. Pravin, Pune MH

  • 5/5 MARSHAL N. 2 years ago on Google
    It's a historically religious church which was built by St. Thomas, one of the 12 Apostles.

  • 5/5 Samuel P. 2 years ago on Google
    Claimed to be the oldest Church in the world, started by St. Thomas in 63 AD. Part of the seven and a half churches started by him in Malabar coast. No one knows why it is called half church. Probably corruption of the Malayalam word "Arapally", meaning King"s Church. Later "Ara" corrupted to half.

  • 5/5 suji d. 1 year ago on Google
    This church was built by st. Thomas 2000 yrs ago . Half church was built by him so its called as arapalli. When we get into it u can feel that u were surrounded by peace and pleasent

  • 5/5 ASWIN J. 1 year ago on Google
    Among the seven and half churches founded by saint Thomas. Historic evidences are preserved here

  • 5/5 A P. 3 years ago on Google
    Thrilling experience to see the First Church built by St.Thomas the Apostle of Jesus Christ.

  • 5/5 Praveen K. 2 years ago on Google
    The oldest church in world which is still in existence.

  • 5/5 S V. 5 years ago on Google
    A tiny church with great history. Definately people should give it a visit.

  • 4/5 Aldrin T. 4 years ago on Google
    Good historic place, well maintained..!! If they provide canteen facility for pilgrimage then it'll be too good..! Easily accessible, in good location also..! Here you can see our unity in diversity of our country.! A Christian Church next to hindu temple at muslim area..!♥♥

  • 5/5 Jenifa V. 3 years ago on Google
    Oldest church in the world. Feeling blessed for visiting this place.


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