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Churches
Catholic Church
Situated at Kozhikode city, Catholic Church is believed to have been built
in the 18th century. It has wonderful images of crucifixion and the Virgin Mary
on the alter.
St. Mary’s CSI Church
Widely known as English church, St. Mary’s Church is located at Nadakkavu,
nearly 4km from the city. The church was built by the British in 1860 to satisfy
the spiritual needs of their Christian members of the collectorate and the English
military. The construction of this protestant church was completed in September
1863. There is a tomb in the cemetery near to the church dates back to 1717.
The church has been renovated several times with the passage of time.
Mother of God
Cathedral
Mother of God Cathedral which is considered as one of the oldest churches
in Malabar is located ½ km from the city close to the beach road.. Built
in the Roman architectural style, the church dates back to 1513 AD, is the only
one of its kind in Kerala. The added attraction of the church is a 200-year-old
portrait of St Mary. Even though the church has undergone refurbishments in
the 17th and 18th centuries, it has been renovated recently with out causing
damage to its old architectural style.
Contact Address :
Mother of God Cathedral, Calicut – 673 032
Phone : 0495-2366301.
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