The Saint Philomena’s Cathedral in Mysore is one of the oldest Catholic churches in India. It is also the second tallest church in Asia. Dedicated to Saint Philomena, Church is known for its architectural beauty and religious significance. The church follows the Victorian (Neo-Gothic) style of architecture and follows the pattern of the Cologne Cathedral of Germany. The church is designed by Daly who was a French artist.
The church has twin spires which are 175 feet high and can be seen even from a mile away. There is a cross of 12 feet of height present on each spire.
There is a statue of St. Philomena present on the altar which is made up of marble. In the catacomb which lies beneath the altar,
in the underground catacomb, relics of St. Philomena have been kept.
The sanctum add more beauty to the entire structure with its stained glass windows, displaying exquisitely drawn paintings from various stages of Christ’s life such as birth, Last Supper, the Crucifixion, the Resurrection and the Ascension are another major attraction here. Pillars in the church have also been crafted with exquisite flower patterns. Whenever in Mysore, don’t miss it