St. Andrew's Basilica, Arthunkal

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About

St. Andrew's Basilica, Arthunkal is a basilica located in the village of Arthunkal in Alappuzha, Kerala, India. It was constructed by Portuguese missionaries in the 16th century. The grand annual feast of St. Sebastian in January, which lasts for a month is attended by millions of pilgrims is one of the important celebrations and major attractions in the. The feast of the basilica is also known as "Makaram Perunnal". The church was rebuilt in 1584 under the vicar Jacomo Fenicio, an Italian Jesuit whose devotees claim to possess powers to heal the body and mind.

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Things to do here

• ·Dress modestly and leave footwear at the entrance
• ·Ask before photographing inside
• ·Find out the puja and festival timings

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