St Thomas Mount Tour Chennai, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
We pick up our guest from their hotel/ Railway station/ Chennai Airport. We then head straight to St Thomas mount, Have a detailed tour of the church and our guide will explain the history and culture of the national heritage monument. After the the tour we drop you back to your hotel.
Description & Instructions When Visiting Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
We pick up our guest from their hotel/ Railway station/ Chennai Airport. We then head straight to St Thomas mount, Have a detailed tour of the church and our guide will explain the history and culture of the national heritage monument. After the the tour we drop you back to your hotel.
Itinerary
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Stop At: St. Thomas Mount National Shrine, Parangi Malai St Thomas Mt Chennai, Chennai (Madras) India
A shrine dedicated to “Our Lady of Expectation” (Mother Mary) was built in 1523 on top of the mount. The altar of this shrine was built on the spot where St. Thomas’ death traditionally believed to have been occurred. At the northern foot of the mount, is a gateway of four impressive arches surmounted by a cross bearing the inscribed date 1547. A flight of 160 steps leads up to the summit of the mount. St Thomas was murdered in this place. The relics of St Thomas and many Saints are displayed in the church for devotees. It is a great place of visit for believers and tourists alike
Duration: 2 hours
Duration: 3 to 5 hours
Starts: Chennai, India
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
