Santa Cruz Basilica, Fort Kochi



Santa Cruz Basilica belongs to the Diocese of Cochin, the 2nd oldest Diocese in India

The history of the Diocese of Cochin begins with the arrival of Portuguese missionaries along with the famous explorer, Vasco da Gama, in Calicut.

When the Dutch conquered Cochin in 1663, they destroyed all the Catholic institutions except the Cathedral and the Church of St. Francis. The Cathedral used as an armoury was later destroyed when the British took over in 1795.

Holy Cross celebrated on September 14 is the Titular Feast. Our Lady of Most Holy Rosary: Celebrated on the 1st Sundry of October, with a grand colorful procession, led by His Excellency.

Our Lady of Fatima: Starts on the 25th of December evening and concludes on the 31st evening with a solemn candle light procession and much more....

Santa Cruz Basilica
Santa Cruz Rd, Fort Kochi,
Kochi, Kerala 682001

Phone: 0484 221 5799

Web : http://www.santacruzcathedralbasilica.org/