St. Mary's Forane Church
Pilgrimage Center

St. Mary's Forane Church, Champakulam is a famous Christian church located in Champakulam, a village in the Alappuzha district of Kerala, India. It is one of the oldest Christian churches in Kerala and holds historical significance in the region.
The church is dedicated to St. Mary, the mother of Jesus, and is a prominent pilgrimage site for Christians in Kerala. It is part of the Syro-Malabar Catholic Archdiocese of Changanacherry. The exact date of the church's establishment is not clear, but it is believed to have been founded in the 4th century AD.
St. Mary's Forane Church is renowned for its rich architecture and cultural heritage. The church features a traditional Kerala style of architecture with a sloping roof, wooden walls, and intricate carvings. It has a prominent bell tower and a large courtyard.
Alleppey Railway Station - 17 km
Cochin International Airport - 85 km