Holy Cross Church (Coonan Kurisu Palli), Mattancherry
An old stone cross hung with rosaries and pilgrims' candles.
Church
A Mattancherry chapel built around an old stone cross on a granite pedestal, hung with rosaries and surrounded by pilgrims' candles. The parish church beside it is Our Lady of Life. The site stands among the old warehouses and shops, offering a quiet religious landmark within the working streets of the neighbourhood.
Visiting
| Address | Bazaar Road, Mattancherry |
|---|---|
| Quarter | Mattancherry |
| Hours | Not recorded yet |
| Entry | Not recorded yet |
| Contact | +91 484 222 4828 |
What the cats hear
Worth knowing
- No parking nearby; the street is narrow and busy.
What visitors liked
- Deep historical significance — site of the 1653 Coonan Cross Oath.
- Peaceful, spiritually uplifting atmosphere.
- Well-maintained, elegant architecture.
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