Cochin - Malayattoor

Cochin - Malayattoor

Malayattoor is a small yet picturesque village in Angamaly, Ernakulam district which is said to be the meeting place of mountain, river and land. Malayattoor is blessed by the missionary work of the apostle of Jesus Christ, St. Thomas. The ancient Catholic Church which is dedicated to Apostle St. Thomas is the major attraction in Malayattoor as well as a well-known Christian pilgrimage centre. The marvelous architecture of this church astonishes the architectural buffs. The church is built in the Greco-Roman style of architecture where the front portion of the church is designed in traditional Roman Catholic Church architecture and the altar is designed in traditional Greek style. The Durga Devi Temple at Malayattoor is also a favourite attraction of the tourists.