Kappal Matha Church Uvari - Tamilnadu

Kappal Matha church is a famous pilgrimage site in Tamil Nadu. It is dedicated to the Virgin Mary and St. Francis Xavier in the 16th century.
The church is considered a sacred place of worship for Christians, especially Catholics, who come here for blessings, prayers and rituals. The church regularly offers special service and various ceremonies on important feast days. Attracting many believers. Kappal Matha church is located on the beautiful Uvari beach with a beautiful view of the Arabian Sea.
The peace and beauty that surrounds the church make it the perfect place for those seeking peace and tranquility. Visitors can walk along the beach, enjoy the beautiful sunset over the sea, and relax in the beautiful seaside village.
72 kms from Tirunelveli. A small church for st. Mary which was under the control of pastors of Goa mission existed here. In course of time, in 1903, this church was converted into a school. On important occasions as per the wishes of the people, festival were conducted and prayers were offered to her. There was a custom among the young maidens to go to the nunnery in the night and sleep there. On one such occasion they saw a bright light surrounding this Selvamatha statue even though nobody lit a candle.

How to Reach Kappal Matha Church Uvari?

Thoothukudi airport is the nearest to reach Kappal Matha church. Drive from Thoothukudi airport to Kappal Matha church covers about 46 km.