Malayattoor – Cochin – keralatourism.holiday

Malayattoor is a serene village blessed near Angamaly in the Ernakulam district of Kerala. Its name, a fusion of "Mala" (mountain), "Arr" (river), and "Oore" (place), reflects its picturesque setting where mountains meet rivers and land. Renowned globally for the missionary endeavours of St. Thomas, one of Jesus Christ's disciples, Malayattoor is a significant Christian pilgrimage site. At its heart stands the ancient Malayattoor Church, dedicated to St. Thomas, drawing pilgrims and architectural enthusiasts with its spiritual significance and remarkable architecture.