Believed to be the first state in India to receive Christianity, Kerala is an abode of many famous Christian pilgrim centres which are spread across the state. Many of these churches have great significance attached to them that dates back to centuries.

With an ethereal and divine air, these pilgrim destinations tell the tales of how Christianity evolved through the years in the state. Parumala Church, Malayatoor St Thomas Church, Santa Cruz Basilica, St Andrew’s Church Arthunkal, Madre-de-Deus church Vettukadu are some of the famous pilgrim centres known for their grand annual feasts and celebrations.