5 Most Beautiful Basilica Churches To Visit In India

Basilica are the title given to some of the Roman Catholic churches and India is the country with the most basilicas in Asia. There are 23 basilicas churches in India, Kerala has 9 basilicas, Tamil Nadu has 5 basilicas and Karnataka has 2 Basilica Churches in India. Here is the list of most top 5 most famous Basilica churches in India.

* Basilica of Bom Jesus, Goa

Basilica of Bom Jesus in Goa is the most famous church in Old Goa and a UNESCO world heritage site under the name of Churches and convents of Goa. The church is one of the oldest churches in Goa and also in India.

* St. Lawrence Basilica Shrine, Karnataka

St. Lawrence Minor Basilica Shrine is a Roman Catholic church in Karnataka state, situated in the outskirts of Karkala town. The church known for its miraculous history and St. Mary’s Basilica of Bangalore is another most famous Basilica in Karnataka.

* Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Pondicherry

Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in Pondicherry is the famous pilgrimage spots for Christians and a must visit place for Pondicherry travel itinerary. Basilica of the Sacred Heart is one of the only 23 Basilica in India.

* Basilica of Our Lady of the Assumption, Telangana

Basilica of Our Lady of the Assumption also known as St. Mary’s Church of Secunderabad is located on Sarojini Naidu Road. Secunderabad St. Mary’s Church is also the oldest Roman Catholic church in the city.

* Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health, Tamil Nadu

Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health is located in Velankanni town of Tamil Nadu and one of the most frequented religious sites in India. Velankanni city has been chosen as one of the heritage cities for HRIDAY by Government of India.