Friday, March 12, 2010

Kerala Destination - Edathua Church, Alappuzha

Edathua Church, Alappuzha


(24 km from Alappuzha, on the Alappuzha - Thiruvalla Road) Established in 1810, the church is dedicated to St. George.

It is believed that prayers and offerings at this church help to heal all mental disorders and other ailments. During the annual feast (5th, 6th and 7th of May) pilgrims from all parts of South India, irrespective of caste and creed, visit the church and seek the blessings of the saint.
Arthunkal

(22 km north of Alappuzha) The St. Sebastian's Church here is an important Christian pilgrim centre. Annual festival: Arthunkal Perunnal - the feast of the patron saint (January)

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