Basilica of Our Lady of Dolours (Puthanpally)
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One of the tallest churches in Asia, its Gothic twin towers and central Bible Tower stand about 79 meters high. You can climb the tower for a view over Thrissur.
The Basilica of Our Lady of Dolours, commonly called Puthanpally (New Church), belongs to the Syro-Malabar Catholic Church. Construction began in 1929 and was completed in 1940. It blends Indo-Gothic style and has 15 altars and fine murals inside. Behind the church, the Bible Tower stands about 79 meters tall and is one of the tallest church towers in Asia. You can take an elevator to the top for a view over the city, and the tower houses exhibitions on the Bible and church history. Entry to the church is free, and there is a small fee to climb the tower. It is on the southern side of the city center, about a 10-minute walk from Vadakkunnathan Temple. Please dress modestly when visiting.
Opening hours
Approx. 06:00–19:00
Nearby sights
- Paramekkavu Bhagavathi Temple
- Thrissur Pooram & Thekkinkadu Maidan
- Vadakkunnathan Temple
- Our Lady of Lourdes Metropolitan Cathedral
- Thrissur Zoo & State Museum
- Sakthan Thampuran Palace
- Thiruvambady Sri Krishna Temple
- Vilangan Kunnu