Tour of Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health in Velankanni from Thanjavur
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Velankanni is a small town in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is famous for its Roman Catholic Latin Rite Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health. Also known as the "Lourdes of the East", nearly 2 million pilgrims visit the Basilica every year. Three miracles have been reported around the area where the Basilica stands although the Holy See has not sanctified any of these. Highlights • Drive to the Basilica past the South Indian countryside • Gothic style of architecture of the Basilica • Three miracles attributed to Our Lady of Good Health7 hours
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Pickup offered
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
02 bottles of mineral water per person
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Entrance fee
Local English speaking guide
Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities (optional)
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Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health
Velankanni Centre, Nagapattinam district,Tamil Nadu, Velankanni, India, 611111You will be picked up from your hotel in Thanjavur in the morning and driven to the Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health.
The origins of the church can be traced back to the mid-16th century. Three miracles were reported from the area around the Basilica - the apparition of Mary and the Christ child to a slumbering shepherd boy, the curing of a lame man and the rescue of Portuguese sailors from a violent storm. The Basilica was finally built by Portuguese sailors. Built in the Gothic style, the Basilica contains three chapels. The shrine started as a thatched chapel in the mid-sixteenth century and became a parish church in 1771 when the Catholics in India were under persecution from the Dutch. In 1962 it was granted the special status of a Minor Basilica by Pope John XIII.
Once your tour will be finished you will be driven back to fixed point / your hotel.2 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- You will be picked up from fixed point / hotel in the city center .
- Travelers will be picked up 30 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking.
- Consider wearing comfortable clothes and walking shoes.
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women.
- Name and gender as on passport, passport number, expiry date and country of issuance are required at time of booking. Please carry the passport on the day of the tour.
- Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Kolkata time to receive 100% refund.
Operated by SITA World ToursCreated on 19 Jan 2019Created on 09 Jun 2024
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