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Our Lady of Glory Church, Pulicat
A historic Roman Catholic church in the old port town of Pulicat, dedicated to the Virgin Mary and dating to the early colonial era of the settlement. It stands among the Portuguese and Dutch-period heritage of Pazhaverkadu on the Coromandel coast.
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Our Lady of Glory Church, Pulicat
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Plan Our Lady of Glory Church, Pulicat
Typechurch
Nearest basePulicat
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/basePulicat
DistrictThiruvallur
Place typechurch
Time neededAbout an hour.
A historic Roman Catholic church in the old port town of Pulicat, dedicated to the Virgin Mary and dating to the early colonial era of the settlement. It stands among the Portuguese and Dutch-period heritage of Pazhaverkadu on the Coromandel coast.
Our Lady of Glory Church, Pulicat is planned from Pulicat, one of the travel bases in Thiruvallur district. Use Pulicat for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Our Lady of Glory Church, Pulicat — at a glance
TimingsOpen daily; Mass timings vary
Best timeOctober to March; November-January for lagoon birdwatching
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Our Lady of Glory Church, Pulicat
In Pulicat (Pazhaverkadu) about 20 km from Ponneri; nearest railway Ponneri on the Chennai suburban line; Chennai (MAA) airport ~65 km.
Combine with the Pulicat lagoon and Dutch cemetery heritage nearby.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Pulicat or nearby in Thiruvallur, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel.
- If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Our Lady of Glory Church, Pulicat — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Our Lady of Glory Church, Pulicat?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Our Lady of Glory Church, Pulicat?
Entry: Free. Timings: Open daily; Mass timings vary. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Our Lady of Glory Church, Pulicat?
Base yourself in Pulicat or nearby in Thiruvallur, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel. If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
How much time do I need for Our Lady of Glory Church, Pulicat?
About an hour.
What else is near Our Lady of Glory Church, Pulicat?
Nearby you can pair Fort Geldria and Dutch Cemetery, Pulicat (160 m), Pazhaverkadu (Pulicat) heritage town (160 m), Pulicat Beach (1.7 km), Ponneri (16.6 km).
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