St. Mary's Cathedral Church

St. Mary’s Cathedral, also known as the Church of Our Lady Dolores was built in the year 1841. Due to its marvellous architecture, it is one of the top places to visit in Madurai. With a rich history of over 150 years, the church is an eclectic mix of Roman, European and Continental architecture. One can visit here to pray and attend the Mass or just adore this age-old structure. 

Visiting time of the church: 7:00 am to 7:00 pm 

Time spent in the temple: Visitors spend around half an hour while devotees can spend over an hour 

Best time to visit: Between 7:30 am to 6:00 pm

Best months to visit: Mid February to mid March to attend the festivals

Things to remember: As it is a place of worship, visitors should dress respectfully and conservatively