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St Thomas Trail in Chennai by Wonder tours
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Trivandrum, Kerala, India
$101
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Overview
St. Thomas Mount stands as a testament to the rich tapestry of history woven into the fabric of Chennai and India, tracing back to AD 52. This guided tour immerses you in the significant religious landmarks that illuminate the legacy of Christianity in the region.
- 🏷️ St. Thomas Trail: This comprehensive tour includes visits to key sites such as St. Thomas Mount, Little Mount, and the iconic St. Thome Basilica.
- 🚗 Private transportation ensures a comfortable journey as you traverse the historical landscape of Chennai.
- 🕰️ The tour lasts approximately 4 hours, providing ample time to soak in the spiritual and historical significance of each site.
- 👨🏫 A knowledgeable guide will accompany you, sharing captivating stories and insights about St. Thomas and his profound impact on the region.
- 🏨 Convenient pick-up and drop-off are included from all hotels in Chennai, making your experience seamless and hassle-free.
- 🍽️ Enjoy a delicious lunch as part of your journey, allowing you to savor local flavors during your exploration.
- 🗺️ Visit the Little Mount Shrine, where St. Thomas is believed to have sought refuge, and witness the miraculous spring that is said to have been created by him.
- ⛪ Explore the majestic St. Thome Basilica, a stunning architectural marvel that marks the final resting place of St. Thomas the Apostle.
- 🌄 Revel in the breathtaking views from St. Thomas Mount, where the Church of Our Lady of Expectation stands, offering a glimpse into the past.
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St Thomas Trail in Chennai by Wonder tours
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours
- Pick up and drop from all hotels in Chennai
- Full time Guide
- All Fees and Taxes
- Lunch
- Private transportation
- Drinks
- Santhome Basilica, Little Mount and St Thomas Mount (pass by)
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Santhome Cathedral BasilicaThis soaring Roman Catholic cathedral, a stone's throw from the beach, was founded by the Portuguese in 1523, then rebuilt by the British in neo-Gothic style in 1896, and is said to mark the final resting place of St Thomas the Apostle. It's believed 'Doubting Thomas' brought Christianity to the subcontinent in AD 52 and was killed at St Thomas Mount, Chennai, in AD 72. Although most of St Thomas' mortal remains now apparently lie in Italy, a cross on the tomb wall contains a tiny bone fragment marked 'Relic of St Thomas'. The museum above displays Thomas-related artefacts including the lancehead believed to have killed him. St Thomas' Pole, at the beach end of the street on the cathedral's south side, is said to have miraculously saved the cathedral from the 2004 tsunami.
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Little Mount ShrineLittle Mount is a cave in which St.Thomas hid in AD 68 and did penance. There is an opening to the east of the cave through which St.Thomas escaped when his pursuers caught up with him here. The palm print and hand print near the tunnel’s entrance are believed to be those of St.Thomas himself. We will also see the masonry cross cut at the top of the hill which is believed to be the cross before which St.Thomas prayed. Another interesting aspect of this cave is the spring inside the hill which is perennial and is supposed to be the miraculous creation of the St. Thomas himself.
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St. Thomas Mount National ShrineThe reputed site of St Thomas’ martyrdom in AD 72 rises in the southwest of Chennai, 2.5km north of St Thomas Mount train station and metro station. The Church of Our Lady of Expectation, built atop the 'mount' by the Portuguese in 1523, contains what are supposedly a fragment of Thomas’ finger bone and the 'Bleeding Cross' he carved. The city and airport views are wonderful.
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St Thomas Trail in Chennai by Wonder tours
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Trivandrum, Kerala, India
$101
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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