Christmas is an eagerly awaited festival all over the world when Santa comes with gifts, and celebrations start with pomp and show. Since Christianity is one of the popular religions in India – it contributes to 3 percent of its total population, making Christmas an important festival for the country.


Here are many famous basilicas and churches in India that offer impressive illustrations, cheery Christmas carols, and an ambience that entreat the right enthusiasm in you.


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1. Se Cathedral Church:



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One of the largest churches of India, this church was constructed to celebrate the victory of Portuguese over a Muslim army. The day of this triumph was on the feast of Saint Catherine which is why church was dedicated to her. 


2. Basilica Of The Holy Rosary:



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It recognised as Bandel Church. It is one among the most traditional Christian cathedrals in West Bengal. It was established in 1599 and is devoted to Our Lady of the Rosary.


3. Roman Catholic Archdiocese:


It was founded as Diocese of Imphal on 28th March, 1980. Its splendid architecture turns into one of the most visited attractions of the city. The stunning building of the church enjoys hills in its backdrop giving enchanting and soothing effect.


4. St. George’s Syro:



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It is often called the mother church of Syrian Catholic churches in Kerala. This holy society is said to have been established in AD 593. The architecture of this church has gone through several restorations since its creation.


5. Immaculate Conception Cathedral:



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The mother church for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Puducherry. Current structure of the church has a strong similarity with a church in France. There is an iconic statue of Our Lady with little Jesus in her arms in front of the church.


6. Moravian Church:



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Situated at an altitude of 3500 m, Moravian Church in Leh is one among the highest churches in India. The church is rudimentary, yet it is a famous gathering place for the smallest of the protestant sects in India. It is a great place to enjoy Christmas.