13 Churches In Mysore You Should Definitely Visit During Your Karnataka Tour

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Mysore is popularly called the city of palaces. The town is known for its royal ambience and welcoming people. Everything, from stunning tourist attractions, shopping places, lavish resorts, and hotels, makes this city an ideal haven for travelers. Even if you travel for pilgrimage, there are iconic temples, mosques, and churches in Mysore that deserve to be a part of your itinerary. This royal town is only a few hours’ drive from the state capital of Bengaluru. Be it youth or elderly, the town offers an array of options for all kinds of travelers.

13 Churches In Mysore

When you are planning to visit all the churches in the city, there are a few in the town and a few on the outskirts. Irrespective of that, the churches will give you immense amount of peace and tranquility. Depending on your day of the visit, you can attend a mass in one of the churches in Mysore below. Here are a few options to pick from:

St. Philomena’s Cathedral – A City Landmark
Infant Jesus Cathedral – A Royal Decor
St. Theresa’s Church – Ancient Beauty Preserved
Lady Of The Poor Church – A Welcoming Atmosphere
St. Bartholomew’s Church – English Style Architecture
Our Mother Of Perpetual Help – With A Meditative Atmosphere
Sacred Heart Church – A Cozy Church
Yeshu Karunalaya – An IconicArchitecture
Hardwicke Church – A Peaceful Shrine
Pushpashrama – Infant Jesus Shrine
Christ Passion Church – Enjoy Music Sessions
St. Jude Church – A Long-Standing Church
St. Alphonsa Church – Created A Sense Of Community

1. St. Philomena’s Cathedral – A City Landmark

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This church is more than just a place of worship, it’s a landmark to the city of Mysore. Present in the heart of the city, this church was built over 200 years ago. Not just in Mysore, but in the whole country, this church is one of the most majestic structures. There are two long spires, souring to a height of 175 feet.

The church has an idol of Crist and a marble one of St. Philomena. The church has a daily mass in all languages and is a must-see among the churches in Mysore. If you are taking a stroll around Mysore, there is no way you can miss this. There are many organised tours also that take a detailed dive into the history of this great place.

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Nearby Attractions: Zam Zam Bazaar, Meelad Park

Must Read: 20 Places To Visit Near Mysore For A Great Vacation In Karnataka

2. Infant Jesus Cathedral – A Royal Decor

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One of the other rustic-looking churches, this one has dedicated to the infant Jesus. The church has stone walls and royal decor. The church has masses in Malayalam and English. Once here, you can take a look around and inhale the holy aura that the place is.

While on the streets, you can spot the beautiful arch of the church from afar. When the lights come on at night, the church looks mesmerizing. The church has an open courtyard in the front that turns into a carnival during the time of Christmas.

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Nearby Attractions: Vijayanagar Park, Devarakere Lake

3. St. Theresa’s Church – Ancient Beauty Preserved

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Present in the silk factory circle of Mysore, this is one of the popular churches in Mysore. They are said to have great service on every 2nd Sunday that takes a deep dive into humanity and help you find your voices. The church has masses in Tamil and Kannada and attracts a large crowd of followers for generations now.

A prominent roman catholic church that bustles with energy and has most of its ancient beauty preserved. If you are in town during the time of Christmas, then is one of the churches you should consider to spend the time. It is located near some of the best homestays in Mysore.

Opening Hours: 6 am – 7 pm
Nearby Attractions: Avadhoota Datta Peetham, Mysore Zoo

4. Lady Of The Poor Church – A Welcoming Atmosphere

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A shrine dedicated to Mother Mary, one of the most popular spots for those seeking a spiritual day out. The church has a friendly decor and welcoming atmosphere. The church does daily prayers for the happiness of the world. They seek blessings to fight the forces of poverty and suffering. They are open from 5:30 AM till 9:30 AM on all days and hold masses in Kannada and English. This is one of the best places to visit in Mysore.

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Nearby Attractions: Banni Central Mall, Sri Nanjundeshwara Temple

5. St. Bartholomew’s Church – English Style Architecture

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This Anglican Church is yet another landmark church on the landscape of Mysore. Built in 1832, the church has been a place of service for the Europeans under the British and the Maharaja of Mysore.

It has stunning English style architecture and still holds regular mass and services. The church however only holds mass in English and not local languages. The Bell tower has an inscription that was originally casted in France in the 17th century. This makes it one of the most popular churches in Mysore. It is located near some of the best resorts in Mysore.

Opening Hours: 8 am – 8 pm
Nearby Attractions: Melody World Wax Museum, Mysore Zoo

6. Our Mother Of Perpetual Help – With A Meditative Atmosphere

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This Church is located slightly on the outskirts of town and has become an adobe for many people in the city. In spite of its distance, the church is packed with worshipers each Sunday. They have a calm and meditative atmosphere all around that is sure to bring peace to the mind and body.

The church has an iconic white wall and red-tile building that can be spotted from afar. There is a lot of open space in the front of the church that allows you to take a walk around and gather your thoughts.

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Nearby Attractions: Lingambudhi Kere View Point, Lingambudhi Lake

7. Sacred Heart Church – A Cozy Church

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This is a small and cozy Roman Catholic Church in the middle of Mysore. The church has served in English and Kannada and is open to many people all week long. The church, although small in size, has been part of the lives of many people for many years in Mysore. If you are looking to attend mass with a warm family feeling, then here is where you should be. It is constructed near some of the best cottages in Mysore.

Opening Hours: 5 am – 7 pm
Nearby Attractions: Yadavagiri High Level Reservoir, Cheluvamba Park

8. Yeshu Karunalaya – An IconicArchitecture

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The church that offers service in Kannada is popular in Mysore among locals and travelers. Built in the year 1901, the church has been part of the Christian families of Mysore for many years. The church has an iconic white color with tall spirals and a bell tower.

The service here is done in the regional language of Kannada only, which has not attracted many tourists to it. If you are looking to experience a truly earthen experience, then this is where you should go.

Opening Hours: 7 am – 5 pm
Nearby Attractions: AKS Museum of Sculptures, Suryanarayana Temple

9. Hardwicke Church – A Peaceful Shrine

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One of the oldest churches of Mysore, this is located off the road near Siddappa Square. The Church is part of the Hardwicke High School that has been responsible for giving the city some of their most successful scholars.

The church is well-kept and much adored by the students who went to study here. They promise a peaceful shrine for worship and hold regular masses in English and Kannada.

Opening Hours: 7 am – 5 pm
Nearby Attractions: Brindavan Gardens, GRS Fantasy Park

10. Pushpashrama – Infant Jesus Shrine

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A popular church for prayers and weddings. They have a glorious chapel that will fill you with awe the moment you step into it. Apart from the stunning adoration chapel, the walls and windows are also decorated with beautiful designs and stories from the bible. The center of the church has all the religious symbols painted on them to show that people of all backgrounds are welcome in the house of God.

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Nearby Attractions: AKS Museum of Sculptures, Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary

11. Christ Passion Church – Enjoy Music Sessions

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This church is more than just a place of a visit, but an important place of worship. This is one of the churches in Mysore that takes its sense of community very seriously. Each and every member and follower is seen as part of the family and the Shepard ensures and reinforces humble values within them.

The church is also popular for holding regular sessions of music in their premises to encourage the youth and give rising talent a platform to perform.

Opening Hours: 8:45 am – 1:30 pm
Nearby Attractions: Huchchamma Temple, Kukkarahalli Lake

12. St. Jude Church – A Long-Standing Church

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A beautiful church presents very close to the ring-road in Mysore, this is a long-standing church that has been holding regular masses for the community for many years now. The shrine comes together to celebrate all the traditional ceremonies of the faith and encourage the people of the church to help society out. Since it is off the highway it has also been a common eye-catching sight for tourists who pass by.

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Nearby Attractions: Aralikatte Ambedkar Jnama Loka, GRS Fantasy Park

13. St. Alphonsa Church – Created A Sense Of Community

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This is a simple and cozy church close to Jayachamarajendra college. The church has a beautiful statue of the saint in the front yard. The church has created a sense of community for the people who come there.

They have regular masses in Kannada and English. The church is more than just a place of worship but also a gathering point for the youth to create meaningful progress for social progress.

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Nearby Attractions: Sri Shaneshwara Swamy Temple, Kukkarahalli Lake

Further Read:

The above-listed churches in Mysore are known for their spiritual as well as historical aspects. Each church is counted amongst the prominent attractions in the city. Your visit to Mysore will definitely be worth it if you include most of these churches to your itinerary! Have a great travel experience!

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