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St. Thomas Cathedral Basilica
Santhome, Chennai (Tamil Nadu)
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About This Spot
One of only three churches in the world built over the tomb of an apostle of Jesus, this soaring 16th-century Portuguese and neo-Gothic cathedral features an underground tomb chapel and historic museum. (Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/St._Thomas_Cathedral_Basilica,_Chennai)
St. Thomas Cathedral Basilica at a Glance
- Type
- Heritage & Culture
- Neighbourhood
- Santhome, Chennai
- From Chennai centre
- About 1 m
- Also nearby
- DakshinaChitra Heritage Museum (1 m), Kapaleeshwarar Temple (1 m), Brød Bakery (1 m)
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Curated Spot
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Estimated Cost
FREE (Typical for Heritage & Culture)
Inclusive of local average spends.
Location & Access
Santhome
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
13.0827° N, 80.2707° E
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