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Following the foot steps of St Thomas in Chennai

Chennai, Tamil Nadu
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What You Will Do

Tours are led by cultural ambassadors who will bring alive the history and culture of the times when St Thomas came to India in the first century AD.

What's Included?

  • Snacks
  • Guide
  • Pick up and drop to Chennai hotel

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Itinerary

Meeting Point

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San Thome Church

1 hour

We visit the famous San Thome Basilica, the principal church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Madras and Mylapore. In the 10th century AD Christians from Persia, founded this Christian village of Santhome, and then they built a Church and tomb over the burial site of St.Thomas. Built in neo gothic style the present structure was built by the Portuguese explorers in the 16th century. The Shrine preserves a small bone of the Saint and the head of the lance with which the Saint was pierced. We will also get to see an ancient painting of Our Blessed Mother St. Francis Xavier used to pray.

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Additional Information

This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: St Thomas in Chennai Tours.

Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Guide Options

  • Guide - English

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