Maata Kulam: The spot where the first apparition appeared came to be known as Maata Kulam or Our Lady’s Tank. A well-decorated tank has been built and is preserved to mark the miracle. The holy water in this tank is believed to have miraculous healing powers. Later on, a small chapel was constructed close to this tank.
Nadu Thittu Shrine: Nadu Thittu (which means central mound in Tamil) shrine is located where the second apparition took place.
Museum of offerings: There is a Museum of Offerings situated in the church complex. It mainly exhibits letters of thanks and other miniature items made of gold and silver, offered by devotees who have experienced the magical power of Mother Mary.
Shrine Office: The church office, which is considered as the backbone of the administration, functions every day from 9 am to 5.30 pm, except Sundays. It mainly handles the sacramental records and offers help to the priests.
Offering Centre: There is an offering centre in the church compound. Here devotees can buy items made of gold, ...
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Maata Kulam: The spot where the first apparition appeared came to be known as Maata Kulam or Our Lady’s Tank. A well-decorated tank has been built and is preserved to mark the miracle. The holy water in this tank is believed to have miraculous healing powers. Later on, a small chapel was constructed close to this tank.
Nadu Thittu Shrine: Nadu Thittu (which means central mound in Tamil) shrine is located where the second apparition took place.
Museum of offerings: There is a Museum of Offerings situated in the church complex. It mainly exhibits letters of thanks and other miniature items made of gold and silver, offered by devotees who have experienced the magical power of Mother Mary.
Shrine Office: The church office, which is considered as the backbone of the administration, functions every day from 9 am to 5.30 pm, except Sundays. It mainly handles the sacramental records and offers help to the priests.
Offering Centre: There is an offering centre in the church compound. Here devotees can buy items made of gold, silver, candles, coconut groves, etc. and can hand over these articles to the parish priest. Pilgrims can register their names for the mass offerings at the offering centre and their petitions and special intentions can also be written and dropped into the Mass offering-box.
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