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How To Reach St. Francis Church

Kochi, Kerala, India
St. Francis Church is a landmark of monumental importance as it is the oldest European church in India, built in 1503. It was originally constructed by Portuguese Franciscan friars with wood and later rebuilt with stone. The church's most famous historical connection is with the explorer Vasco da G ama, who died in Kochi in 1524. His remains were buried here for 14 years before being moved to Lisbon, Portugal. The empty tomb can still be visited inside the church today. The church has seen the rise and fall of colonial powers, changing hands from the Portuguese to the Dutch and finally the British. It is currently under the Church of South India (CSI). The interior is simple yet evocative, featuring old-world wooden fans called Pankhas and gravestones with Dutch and Portuguese inscriptions. The graveyard outside contains the remains of many European settlers and soldiers. It remains a quiet sanctuary amidst the tourist-heavy streets of Fort Kochi, inviting visitors to step back in time.

How to Reach

By Air: Cochin International Airport is 45 KMS away.

By Train: Ernakulam South is 13 KMS away.

By Road: Tourist taxis are easily available.

By Local Transport: Take the public ferry to Fort Kochi for a scenic route.

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