St. George Forane Church Edappally
Kochi
St. George Forane Church in Edappally, Kochi, is one of the oldest and largest churches in Kerala, renowned for its historical importance and annual feast celebrations.
Overview
Edappally in Kochi is home to Asia’s largest shrine dedicated to Saint George, with approximately five million annual visitors. Established in 593 AD, it ranks among Kerala’s oldest churches, following the seven churches founded by Thomas the Apostle in the first century AD.
Timing
Sunday:
5:45 AM | 7:00 AM | 8:45 AM | 10:15 AM
4:30 PM | 5:30 PM | 7:00 PM
Weekdays (Monday-Thursday):
6:00 AM | 7:00 AM | 6:00 PM
Friday:
6:00 AM | 7:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 6:00 PM
First Friday:
5:45 AM | 7:00 AM | 9:00 AM | 10:30 AM | 12:00 PM (Latin) | 3:30 PM | 5:00 PM | 7:00 PM
Confession:
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM
9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
3:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Saturday:
6:00 AM | 7:00 AM | 6:00 PM
Distance From Ernakulam
- 33 min (12.8 km) via Mahatma Gandhi Rd
Things to Do at St. George Forane Church Edappally
- The Catholic Church observes the feast of St. George on May 3 and 4. At Edappally Church, the feast of St. George starts on April 25 and lasts until May 15.
