Manjinikkara Church
The old Manjinikkara
Church is another highly visited destination in Pathanamthitta. This Manjinikkara Church is
a sacred center for the Syrian Christian community and stands atop a
breathtaking hill. It is most famous for housing the sanctified tomb of
Patriarch Mor Ignatius Elias III. The Manjinikkara Church observes the Orma Perunnal
festival each year. The festival honors the Patriarch in spectacular
processions and other cultural performances. The architecture style is a
combination of traditional Syrian Christian look and the local look. It
provides scenic beauty to the viewers combined with a rich spiritual
experience.
Times: 05:00 a.m. to
09:30 p.m.
Entry fee: INR 25 per
person, about
What is Nearby
| Nearby | Distance |
|---|---|
| Railway Station Chengannur | 20 Km |
| Cochin International Airport | 140 Km |
| Omallur | 1 Km |
| KSRTC Bus station , Thiruvalla | 29 Km |