St. Philomena's Cathedral
ಸಂತ ಫಿಲೋಮಿನಾ ಚರ್ಚ್
A neo-Gothic cathedral with twin spires nearly 55 metres tall, modelled on Cologne Cathedral and counted among Asia's tallest churches.
The church was funded by the last Maharaja of Mysuru and completed in 1936. Its design is based on Cologne Cathedral, and its two spires rise to about 53 metres. Inside are stained-glass windows imported from France, depicting scenes such as the Nativity and the Last Supper, while the crypt holds relics of Saint Philomena. It lies about 2 km north of the city centre. Entry is free and it is open roughly 05:00–18:00. Please keep quiet during Mass. Dress should cover shoulders and knees.
Opening hours
Approx. 05:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Devaraja Market
- Mysuru Rail Museum
- Mysore Palace (Amba Vilas)
- Jaganmohan Palace (Sri Jayachamarajendra Art Gallery)
- Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens (Mysore Zoo)
- Karanji Lake
- Mysore Sand Sculpture Museum
- Kukkarahalli Lake