Christmas 2021: 9 Famous Churches in India

In India, Christmas is not just about shopping, cakes & parties, but also people across all faiths visiting churches and praying for everyone's wellbeing. Here we take a look at some iconic churches across the country one should consider visiting during X-mas:

St. Paul’s Cathedral, first episcopalian church in Asia, is located in India’s Kolkata. Built by the Britishers in an Indo-Gothic style, this church is one of the most visited places during Christmas. Credit: Kolkata Tourism

Second oldest church in Northern India, Shimla Christ Church, is located in Shimla. This church is widely famous for its spectacular architecture that attracts everyone’s eye. With several lightings and stunning decorations, the church looks spellbinding during Christmas. Credit: Shimla Tourism

Goa’s Se Cathedral church is the largest church in Asia, and is one of the top tourist attractions, known for its impressive interiors, the mosaic work and the Golden Bell. It is a perfect base for history buffs and architecture lovers. Credit: Instagram/thebalcao

Basilica of Bom Jesus in in Goa attracts hundreds of tourists from all parts of India. Nearly 400-year-old heritage, this place has been declared as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Credit: DH Pool Photo

One of the most beautiful churches in Southern part of India, Velankanni, is perfectly placed on the sandy shores of the Bay of Bengal. Fondly known as the 'Lourdes of the East’, this place attracts millions of pilgrims throughout the year. Credit: www.vailankannishrine.net

Located in Kochi fort, Santa Cruz Basilica is one of the eight Basilicas in India. The second cathedral that was built by the Portuguese, this basilica serves as the cathedral church of the Diocese of Cochin, the second oldest Diocese of India. Credit: Kerala Tourism

If you want to see one of the most beautiful Christian religious places in India, you must plan a trip to Kerala. St. Peters Church, popularly known as Parumala Church is one of the iconic shrine for the christians where the mortal remains of Bishop Mar Gregorios Metropolitan are interred. Credit: www.religionworld.in

Malayatoor Church is among one of the oldest churches of India which is dedicated to St. Thomas the Apostle who it is believed introduced Christianity in Kerala. Credit: Facebook/St Thomas Church, Malayattoor

Built in 52 AD, St. Thomas Church is located in Kerala's Palayoor. This place attracts large numbers who come and pay homage and seek blessings from the lord. Repotedly, it is the first church in India, and is called an Apostolic Church credited to the Apostolate of St. Credit: Kerala Tourism