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  Chennai Central Railway Station Dr. Puratchi Thalaivar M.G. Ramachandran Central Railway Station Chennai Central, also known as Madras Central, is one of the most important railway stations in South India. Located in central Chennai, Tamil Nadu, it serves as a major rail hub connecting the city with the rest of the country. Chennai Central's origins date back to British times when the station was first built in 1873 in his time. The original building was built in the Gothic Revival style and designed by British architect George Harding. The station has undergone many modernizations and renovations over the years in order to adapt to the changing needs of the city and the increasing number of travelers. One of the busiest railway stations in India is Chennai Central Railway Station, one of the largest with 27 hectares and 17 platforms. It serves over 300,000 passengers daily and serves as the administrative center for Indian Railways' Southern Railway Zone. The station serves ...

  Our Lady of Light Church, Luz Church  Mylapore Our Lady of Light Church, also known as Luz Church, is a historic Catholic church in the Mylapore district of Chennai, India. This church is dedicated to the Mother of God, a title given to the Virgin Mary, and is one of the oldest churches in the city. Church History: The church has a rich history dating back to the 16th century when the Portuguese came to India. The Portuguese built the first church in Mylapore, then a small fishing village, in 1516. The church was later restored by the Portuguese in 1555 and named Nossa Senhora da Luz, which means Our Lady of Light in Portuguese. Over the centuries, the church has undergone several renovations. The church was enlarged in the 17th century and the current building was built in 1795. In the 19th century, the church was again renovated and at that time a bell tower was added. The construction of the church: Our Lady of Light Church is a good example of Portuguese colonial archite...

St. Anthony's Church Uvari Introduction St. Anthony's Church Uvari is a historical monument in the coastal town of Uvari in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. This church holds a special place in the hearts of locals and visitors alike for its rich history, stunning architecture, and incredible stories associated with it.  The History of St. Anthony Uvari Church The history of St. Anthony Uvari Church dates back to the arrival of Portuguese explorers in India in the late 15th century. They established a trading center in Tuticorin and began spreading Christianity to the area. The Portuguese were so impressed by Uvari's natural beauty that they decided to build a church in the town. Thus, in the 16th century, St. Petersburg became Uvari. Construction of St. Anthony's Church began and was completed in the early 17th century. The church's architecture is a mix of Portuguese and Indian styles, with Gothic arches, intricate carvings, and intricate frescoes. The interior of ...

  Santhome Basilica Mylapore National Shrine of Saint Thomas Basilica Location:  Santhome Basilica Mylapore Click here  Map  Santhome Basilica in Mylapore, Chennai, India is a famous and historic church dedicated to Saint Thomas the Apostle. The Church has a long and interesting history, beginning with the arrival of St. Thomas in India in the 1st century. St.Thomas is said to have arrived in Kerala, India in 52 AD. and preached the gospel all over the country including Tamil Nadu. According to tradition, he built several churches in the area, including one in Mylapore, where Santhom Cathedral now stands. St. Thomas is said to have traveled extensively in Tamil Nadu, preaching to many people and converting them to Christianity. He also performed many miracles, such as healing the sick and raising the dead. However, not everyone accepted St. Thomas's message, and in some places, he faced opposition and persecution. According to tradition, he was eventually marty...

    Holy Cross Shrine manapad  (The Beauty of manapad church) Side View of Holy Cross Shrine Manapad Taken: 2022 The Holy Cross Shrine is a beauty of all Manapad Church On the southern tip of Tamil Nadu, India, is the Holy Cross Shrine Manapad, a well-known pilgrimage destination. The church is renowned for its historical importance and ties to St. Francis Xavier, a renowned Jesuit missionary who significantly contributed to the spread of Christianity in India. Holy Cross Shrine Manapad has a long history that begins in the 16th century when the Portuguese arrived on the Indian subcontinent in search of new trade routes. Their first town was established in Goa, and they later extended their territory to other regions of India, including the southern coast of Tamil Nadu. The Portuguese missionaries, under the direction of St. Francis Xavier, came to Manapad in the sixteenth century and built a church there. The church, which had the Holy Cross as its centerpiece, served as...

  William Lambton  and Geological Survey of India   Colonel William Lambton was a British soldier and surveyor who played a key role in mapping India in the early 19th century. He was born on his January 16, 1753, in Alnwick, Northumberland, England, into a family that had served in the army for many years. Lambton's first military career began in 1774 when he joined the East India Company's Madras Army as a second lieutenant. Over the years he rose through the ranks, eventually becoming a colonel in 1809. His surveying career began when he was appointed Surveyor of India in 1792. Lambton's major contribution to the cartography of India was his work on great triangulation. The project aims to accurately measure the longitude of India and requires an accurate triangulation of the country's longitude and latitude. Lambton and a team of surveyors began his project in 1800 and it took him over twenty years to complete. During his stay in India Lambton visited Saint John, a ...