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St. Mary's Cathedral, Tiruchirappalli is a Roman Catholic church situated in Tiruchirappalli district of Tamil Nadu state in the peninsular India. This cathedral is dedicated to St. Mary who is also called as 'Mother of Good Health' here. This church was started building in the year 1839 and completed and dedicated in the year 1841. This cathedral lies at the heart of the city of Tiruchirapalli. The church is constructed in a combination of Gothic and Romanesque styles. This cathedral is the episcopal seat of the Diocese of Tiruchirapalli.
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One of the ten minor basilicas in Tamil Nadu. The basilica dates back to the early 17th century when Jesuit missionaries began spreading Christianity through the Madurai Mission, with the first conversions around Tiruchirappalli in 1616.
one of the oldest churches in India.
The temple complex has many temples. Thayumaanavar, Uchchi pillayar and Maanikka vinayagar are the most important temples. One can feel the icy chill of the wind when getting to the top of the rock. (The temple is housed on the top of a famous rock). One also gets a splendid view of the city and the Cauvery river from the top. Enjoy the bird's eye view of Tiruchirappalli, Srirangam, Cauvery and its surroundings in the morning or in the evening. A must-visit place of anyone in South India.