KALLOOPPARA ST MARY'S ORTHODOX CHURCH




                   St. Mary's Orthodox Syrian Church, situated at the heart of a small village called Kallooppara (on the banks of the river Manimalayar), Pathanamthitta District , is a prized possession of Malankara Sabha. The church has a legacy of around seven centuries, keeping its tradition and culture intact without compromising on its religious values. The church is an elegant representation of the beautiful shingled roof tops in the early Travancore style. The church is a perfect example of the ancient temple architecture and is a mystery the way it has overcome all the challenges of time. The sanctorium that is abstract in all aspects is a mystifying beauty of the ancient architecture, which has a keen and splendid blend of beauty and science in it.
                The church which is the worshiping place of thousands has been a topic of research for many. Currently there are around 700 families worshiping in this church and the members of the church are present all around the globe.
                The church has been renovated with a newly built balcony to accommodate more people during holy mass. Also a manimalika (place to suspend the church bell) has been built near the church.
          The church has been declared as the "Pilgrim center of St. Mary" on January 9th 2009 by His Holiness Baselios Marthoma Didimos Ist.



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