Mother Of God Cathedral - History, Timings & Entry Fee

Pilgrimage

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Distance (From Kozhikode Railway Station): 1.5 Kms

Trip Duration (Including Travel): 30 Mins

Transportation Options: Cab / Auto

Travel Tips: None

At a distance of 1.5 Kms from Kozhikode Railway Station, Mother of God Cathedral was built in 1513 AD in Roman style of architecture. It houses a portrait of Mother Mary, which is over 200 years old. The church is one of the famous pilgrim centers in the region.

This church is the Headquarters of the Latin Catholic congregation in Malabar. Built in the Gothic style, the church is a tribute to the beauty of Italian architecture and the skill of Indian craftsmen. It is said that Italian architects were brought to Kozhikode to design the church.