Velankanni

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The Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health, also known as Sanctuary of Our Lady of Vailankanni, is a Marian shrine located at the small town of Velankanni in the state of Tamil Nadu in southern India. The Roman Catholic Latin Rite Basilica is devoted to Our Lady of Good Health. Devotion to Our Lady of Good Health of Velankanni can be traced to the mid-16th century and is attributed to three miracles at sites around where the Basilica stands: the apparition of Mary and the Christ Child to a slumbering shepherd boy, the curing of a lame buttermilk vendor, and the rescue of Portuguese sailors from a violent sea storm.#velankanni church#basilica⛪️
The Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health, also known as Sanctuary of Our Lady of Vailankanni, is a Marian shrine located at the small town of Velankanni in the state of Tamil Nadu in southern India. The Roman Catholic Latin Rite Basilica is devoted to Our Lady of Good Health. Devotion to Our Lady of Good Health of Velankanni can be traced to the mid-16th century and is attributed to three miracles at sites around where the Basilica stands: the apparition of Mary and the Christ Child to a slumbering shepherd boy, the curing of a lame buttermilk vendor, and the rescue of Portuguese sailors from a violent sea storm.#velankanni church#basilica⛪️
Clinton Park Inn

Clinton Park Inn

3 out of 5
Church Main road Kilvelur Tamil Nadu
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Velankanni. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Basilica of Our Lady of ...
7.8/10 Good! (26 reviews)
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Reviewed on 2025/6/9

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Clinton Park Inn
MGM Vailankanni Residency

MGM Vailankanni Residency

4 out of 5
64/F2, Nagapattinam Main Road Kilvelur Tamilnadu
The price is NT$1,389 per night from Jan 21 to Jan 22
NT$1,389
NT$1,572 total
Jan 21 - Jan 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Velankanni. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Basilica of Our Lady of Good ...
This property is falling apart due to poor maintenance. Room service is below average.

Reviewed on 2025/1/9

MGM Vailankanni Residency
JR Grande

JR Grande

2 out of 5
Near velankanni bus stand, Velankanni Kilvelur TN
The price is NT$359 per night from Jan 21 to Jan 22
NT$359
NT$377 total
Jan 21 - Jan 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Velankanni. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health and Velankanni ...
4.6/10 (4 reviews)
The room was quite good we were at 3rd floor and room was little smelly

Reviewed on 2025/9/3

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White Haven Luxury Villa

White Haven Luxury Villa

3 out of 5
No. 1B, Gandhi Nagar Kilvelur TN
Stay at this villa in Velankanni. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health and Velankanni ...
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The Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health, also known as Sanctuary of Our Lady of Vailankanni, is a Marian shrine located at the small town of Velankanni in the state of Tamil Nadu in southern India. The Roman Catholic Latin Rite Basilica is devoted to Our Lady of Good Health. Devotion to Our Lady of Good Health of Velankanni can be traced to the mid-16th century and is attributed to three miracles at sites around where the Basilica stands: the apparition of Mary and the Christ Child to a slumbering shepherd boy, the curing of a lame buttermilk vendor, and the rescue of Portuguese sailors from a violent sea storm.#velankanni church#basilica⛪️

Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health

4/5(1 review)

Find out about the history of Velankanni when you spend time at Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health. Wander the waterfront and beaches while you're in the area.

Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health

Our Lady's Tank Church

After visiting Our Lady's Tank Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Velankanni. Wander the waterfront and beaches while you're in the area.

Our Lady's Tank Church