Basilica Of Our Lady Of Lourdes, Poondi From Trichy
4 hours
Visit a Minor Basilica situated in the small village of Poondi in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The Basilica dates back to the 18th century when an Italian Jesuit missionary, Fr. C.J. Beschi, visited India to spread Christianity. The present day Basilica was built in 1890 and is a brilliant piece of neo-Gothic architecture.
Highlights
• Gothic and French architectural style
• Relic of the True Cross
• Statue of our Lady of Lourdes
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