St. Philomena's Church
St. Philomena's Church
St. Philomena's Church
4.1
5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday
5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Jagan5577
Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum), India275 contributions
Nov 2024 • Friends
One of the tallest churches in South india. Constructed in the British era. Wonderful architecture. Very near to Mysore palace and zoological garden. Strict rules to enter in the church that you should keep your footwear only in the allotted counter for the same by paying only INR 10.00. No video shooting is allowed inside the church.
Written November 3, 2024
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Love to Travel
Potters Bar, UK813 contributions
Dec 2022 • Solo
This is a massive and beautiful church.
Photos are not allowed inside, again shoes must be removed.
It is possible to go down into the crypt
Entry is free
It is great just to wander around the outside and admire the architecture
Photos are not allowed inside, again shoes must be removed.
It is possible to go down into the crypt
Entry is free
It is great just to wander around the outside and admire the architecture
Written December 8, 2022
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Sangeetha Anbalagan
Bengaluru, India1,789 contributions
Sep 2022
On 11th Sep'22, myself with my hubby & son got to visit St. Philomena's Cathedral in Mysuru. It is one of the tallest Catholic church in Asia.
Architecture of the church seems to be wonderful, the church was designed by a Frenchman named Daly. This church was constructed in 1936 and its architecture was inspired by the Cologne Cathedral in Germany.
Behind the church hall, there is another shrine for Mary Maatha, where we lit candles & do meditation.
Had blissful time with family at the church.
Architecture of the church seems to be wonderful, the church was designed by a Frenchman named Daly. This church was constructed in 1936 and its architecture was inspired by the Cologne Cathedral in Germany.
Behind the church hall, there is another shrine for Mary Maatha, where we lit candles & do meditation.
Had blissful time with family at the church.
Written September 20, 2022
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travelonrepeat_please
Pune, India95 contributions
Jun 2023
The first time when you arrive and look at the structure of the church you would definitely be mesmerised. You can spend 15-20 minutes in the church, it's peaceful. It would be great if more information is available on the structure or some guide around to tell things in detail about it's past and significance.
Written July 6, 2023
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RAJATkanti BERA
Kolkata (Calcutta), India6 contributions
Apr 2021
With the fame of being one of the largest churches in India, majestic St. Philomena’s Church of Mysore, India, captivates everyone with its architectural excellence. This is one of the tallest churches in Asia and it also boasts of being the second largest church in Asia. The full name is the Cathedral of St. Joseph and St. Philomena. It is also known as St. Joseph's Cathedral.
This church is situated about 2 km away from the Mysore Palace. Quite close to the city bus stand with a distance of only 3 km between them and hence St. With the fame of being one of the largest churches in India, majestic St. Philomena’s Church of Mysore, India, captivates everyone with its architectural excellence. This is one of the tallest churches in Asia and it also boasts of being the second largest church in Asia. The full name is the Cathedral of St. Joseph and St. Philomena. It is also known as St. Joseph's Cathedral.
You can visit the church till 6 in the evening as the timings of St. Philomena’s Church are from 05.00 am to 06.00 pm. Photography is not allowed inside the church hall. This church is well known for shooting of the famous film 'Amar Akbar Anthony'.
This church is situated about 2 km away from the Mysore Palace. Quite close to the city bus stand with a distance of only 3 km between them and hence St. With the fame of being one of the largest churches in India, majestic St. Philomena’s Church of Mysore, India, captivates everyone with its architectural excellence. This is one of the tallest churches in Asia and it also boasts of being the second largest church in Asia. The full name is the Cathedral of St. Joseph and St. Philomena. It is also known as St. Joseph's Cathedral.
You can visit the church till 6 in the evening as the timings of St. Philomena’s Church are from 05.00 am to 06.00 pm. Photography is not allowed inside the church hall. This church is well known for shooting of the famous film 'Amar Akbar Anthony'.
Written March 23, 2022
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Tarique S
New Delhi, India581 contributions
Oct 2021 • Business
This Marvellous Victorian Style Church is inspired by the beauty of Cologne Church of Germany. Designed by a French architect and built By Hindu King of Mysuru (Krishnaraj Wodiyar) to cater the needs of the then European residents of the city, this Church is a true symbol of India's secularism and pluralism. The tall twin Spire can be seen from a long distance. It's a must visit if you are in Mysuru.
The Church is situated close to City bus stand and about 2kms from Mysuru Palace.
Church is open from 5 am to 6 pm. Photography inside the church is not allowed.
Parking for visitors is also available inside the church.
The Church is situated close to City bus stand and about 2kms from Mysuru Palace.
Church is open from 5 am to 6 pm. Photography inside the church is not allowed.
Parking for visitors is also available inside the church.
Written November 6, 2021
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Nins
Doha, Qatar5,316 contributions
Sep 2019
We paid a quick visit to this church. Its open all days until 1800hrs for public. No entry fee is required.
The captivating architecture is excellent both in day light and in evening when its illuminated. its also one of the
largest Church in Asia. Quick photo stop is fair enough.
The captivating architecture is excellent both in day light and in evening when its illuminated. its also one of the
largest Church in Asia. Quick photo stop is fair enough.
Written February 26, 2020
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where_am_i_1
Agartala, India112 contributions
Oct 2019
I loved the architecture and the sheer size of the structure. I actually had trouble taking a photo of the entire church - so I had to move a bit far away towards the gate. It was really crowded so couldn't find much peace inside the church. Otherwise, the area is nicely maintained and the roads around it were very clean in spite of the crowd.
Written January 16, 2020
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Arjun V
2 contributions
Mar 2023 • Friends
V beautiful and magnificent building. I donno why they are so strict about photography even tho 😕 visitors still take. The toilets Havnt 🚻 been cleaned for many years and you have to pay to use them. For my luck when I saw the toilets I didn't feel like going for a long time. It is so nausiating you could die with Jesus right there ! God help us tourists in Mysore !
Written April 17, 2023
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Eber Shibin
Mumbai, India500 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
The best piece of church architecture I have seen in my entire lifetime. In my perception, it beats all the Portuguese style built churches in Goa. This towering cathedral looks absolutely stunning and graceful and is a must visit.
Written January 11, 2020
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Is there proper parking available here?
Written April 6, 2019
Yes
There is a pay and park near by
Street Parking, at your own risk, also available if inner parking is full during Service Timings.
Written April 7, 2019
is it under renovation right now? are we allowed to take pictures of its exterior?
Written March 24, 2018
The renovation was going on in January not sure of now, but photography was restricted inside the church only.
Written May 2, 2018
does anyone know mass timings on sunday?
Written March 17, 2017
mass timings given below
monday - 5am tamil, 6am kannada , 7am english & in the evening
only in regional language 6pm mass held & Sunday timings given below 5am - tamil mass, 6am kannada mass, 7am english, 8am tamil & 9am kannada mass for 1 hour,
Evening service the mass is held from 6pm to 7pm
Written July 22, 2018
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