National Shrine Basilica of Our Lady of Ransom - Vallarpadam - Basilica in Kochi, Ernakulam - Ernakulam, India

This is one of the old pilgrim centres in Ernakulam district. Beautiful church with amenities. Try to visit the church in the early morning or evening. There is no tree at all near the church. Walking from car parking to church in a sunny time is devastating.

People come to seek the blessings of the Blessed Virgin Mary, mother of Jesus, popularly known as "Vallarpadathamma". A beautiful place, the church is peaceful and there's a history behind this church being here from 1524.

My favourite place in Ernakulam district. Famous church with Bible tower. The view from the Bible tower is amazing.. Peaceful place for prayer. Sufficient parking space etc.

Located on the outskirts of Ernakulam City, it is easily approachable by bus and other means of public transport from the High Court Junction. The introduction of the Metro waterway will open up more points of access from the mainland. It is believed that about half a million people visit the Basilica on a monthly basis. There is a miracle associated with this place and several other incidents that have raised the status of this Basilica to international fame. Since all of them are available on the Internet, I'm not detailing them here. Suffice to say that the prayer hall is a very soothing place and one can spend some quality time in introspection within the Basilica.

Nice place , An ancient church that has been given the status of a basilica, it is one of the most prominent spiritual sites in Ernakulam district. The main attraction of Vallarpadam Church is the revered statue of the Virgin Mary, known as Our Lady of Ransom. Devotees believe that this statue possesses miraculous powers, attracting thousands of pilgrims seeking solace, healing, and redemption. Witnessing the devotion of the faithful and experiencing the profound sense of faith is a humbling and enlightening experience.

Located on the outskirts of Ernakulam City, it is easily approachable by bus and other means of public transport from the High Court Junction. The introduction of the Metro waterway will open up more points of access from the mainland. It is believed that about half a million people visit the Basilica on a monthly basis. There is a miracle associated with this place and several other incidents that have raised the status of this Basilica to international fame. Since all of them are available on the Internet, I'm not detailing them here. Suffice to say that the prayer hall is a very soothing place and one can spend some quality time in introspection within the Basilica.

Virgin Mary mother of Jesus fondly called as Vallarpadathamma. This church is situated next to bolgatty.The day we visited there was a peaceful and clear soothing day and especially No crowd. Do visit here if you are a devotee. Ample parking available we were hungry but couldn't find any decent restaurants around.

Divine and holy experience. If you look into the history of the church a miracle has recorded [regarding a mother and her son who were sunk in river, and it is said that Valarpadathamma (holy mother) saved them ]. Special prayers are there on Saturdays in the name of holymary. Spacious parking lot.