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Vailankanni
It is small and very popular coastal region located on the shores of Bay of Bengal in Nagapattinam district. It is the major Christian religious attraction. The sacred city is well known for the holy church called Velankanni Mother Mary Church or Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health. Pope declared this city as Holy City as it thrives with various religious activities. This is world renowned marine pilgrimage. The amazing beach attracts tourists from all over the world. Many festivals are celebrated in this village, Arokkyamatha festival is among famous which is celebrated with great pomp. The architecture of the church, biblical inscriptions and a church museum are the major tourist attractions. Thevast stretch of sandy beach is an ideal place to spend vacation. It is an excellent place for big time shop freaks as one can find delicate silk, handloom cloths, marine products and various cosmetic items. Tourists can enjoy best sea foods in nearby restaurants.

Places to visit

Velakanni Church
This is a fabulous religious attraction on the shores of Bay of Bengal, was constructed in 1971. The Mother Mary is known as Our Lady of Health and Madonna of Velankanni. People offers different shapes of candles to recover from diseases. The architecture was a fine evidence of Gothic style. Arokyamatha festival is celebrated with much pomp.

Velankanni Beach
It is the prominent attraction of Velankanni. It is famously expressed as Lourdes of the East. Wonderful place to enjoy water funs.

Other Places
Nagapattinam, NagoreSikkal and SriRangam temple are other nearby places to visit.

How to reach Velankanni

By Air
Trichirapalli domestic airport is located around 127 km from Velanakanni  is the best option to reach b air.

By Train
Nagapattinam railway station is at distance of 12 km from Velanakanni is the nearest railhead.

By Road
Several state run and private owned buses are frequently available to reach Velankanni from all major and minor cities of Tamil Nadu.

Weather
In summer 22-37°C and in winter 19-32°C. Best visited throughout the year.



26.2 °C
broken clouds
Humidity: 79%
Wind : 3.93 mt/sec towards E

Forecast for Next 3 days

29-03-2024                    
broken clouds
26.5 °C |26.1 °C
30-03-2024                    
broken clouds, scattered clouds, few clouds, clear sky
32.2 °C |25.7 °C
31-03-2024                    
clear sky, scattered clouds, broken clouds, overcast clouds
32.1 °C |25.6 °C
01-04-2024                    
overcast clouds, broken clouds, scattered clouds, few clouds, clear sky
33.2 °C |25.8 °C
02-04-2024                    
clear sky, broken clouds, few clouds
34.5 °C |26.5 °C

Best Time To Visit : ALL
   
 
Near By major Cities
Chennai  304 KM near     
Bangalore  387 KM near     
Thiruvananthapuram  452 KM near     
Near By Air Ports
Civil Airport   140 KM near     
Salem Airport   238 KM near     
Madurai Airport   239 KM near     
Chennai Airport   289 KM near     
Near By Local Cities
Tiruchirappalli  140 KM near     
Madurai  232 KM near     
Salem  243 KM near     
Tiruppur  311 KM near     
Near By Districts
Nagapattinam   12 KM near     
Thiruvarur   28 KM near     
Karaikal   30 KM near     
Thanjavur   87 KM near     
Near By RailWay Station
Velankanni Rail Way Station   1.0 KM near     
"" Rail Way Station   1.0 KM near     
Nagappattinam Junction Rail Way Station   9 KM near     
 
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