Churches & cathedrals
San Thome Basilica
Chennai, India
San Thome Basilica in Chennai, India, is one of only three churches in the world built over the tomb of an apostle, dating back to 1523. It stands on the site believed to be where St. Thomas, one of Jesus' twelve apostles, preached and was martyred.
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- Best time
- Early morning
- Dress code
- Cover shoulders and knees
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