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St. Mary's Church, Vallarpadam
Location:45 minutes by boat from Ernakulam
The church was established in 1676 and the famous picture of the Blessed Virgin Mary was put up by Portuguese who brought it from their native land. The picture is believed to have miraculous powers. Vallarapadath Amma, as the St Mary of Vallarpadam is called, is believed to have miraculously saved many lives from violent storms. The feast of Vallarapadath Amma is held on Sept. 24. A big fair accompanies the weeklong celebration.
Getting there:
Nearest Railway station:Ernakulam
Nearest Airport: Cochin International Airport, about 20 km.
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