One of Tamil Nadu's most well-known churches is the Santhome Basilica, which is located in the neighbourhood of Chennai. The church holds a great celebration to honour Easter day every year on the first Sunday following the first full moon day between the months of March and April. St. Thomas, who is regarded as one of the twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ, is the subject of the famous shrine Santhome Basilica. Resurrection Sunday, also known as the Festival of Easter, is widely celebrated everywhere.
It is one of the most fortunate holidays in the Christian calendar. Easter Sunday is a happy holiday because it is thought that Jesus Christ's resurrection shows that life does not terminate with death. On this auspicious day, the followers go to the church to pray. The preacher tells the congregation about how Jesus suffered for his followers and for all of humanity. After the church ceremony, people exchange brightly coloured eggs, flowers, dazzling lanterns, cakes, and chocolates with one another as a symbol of good health and fortune. To commemorate Easter and Jesus Christ's resurrection, thousands of followers visit this church each year.
Activities:
1. Special prayer
2. People exchange colorful eggs, lanterns and cakes.
Organized By:
Department of Tourism,
Publication Officer
Tourism Complex, No.2, Wallajah Road, Triplicane, Chennai-600002
9176995853
sendittotntourism[at]gmail[dot]com
How to reach:
The nearest airport is Chennai International Airport, which is 11 KMs away.
The nearest convenient railway station is Central Railway Station, which is 8 KMs away.
The nearest major city is Chennai Mofussil Bus Terminus, which is 11KMs away.
Event Details:
Venue Address: Santhome Church, Santhome High Rd, Dummingkuppam, Mylapore, Chennai- 600004.
Date and Time: 9 Apr 2023 - 9 Apr 2023
5:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Ticket Information: Free
