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  • Pilgrimage in Bharananganam Kerala

    Bharananganam is an important Christian Pilgrimage centre, located 5 kms east of Palai on the Kottayam - Erattupett Road.

    Associated with Sister Alphonsa, the blessed saint of the Catholics, the mortal remains of the saint are preserved in a chapel next to the St. Mary's Church.

    She lived from 1916 AD to 1946 AD.

    The day of 28th July, the death anniversary of the saint is observed with much solemnity.

    This 100-year-old church features an attractive grotto of Virgin Mary.


     

    General Information

    Main Attraction
    Christian Pilgrim Centre

    Location
    5 Kms East of Palai on the Kottayam-Erattupett Road, Kerala

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