Welcome to

Annai Vailankanni Shrine

Fulfilling its mission, the Shrine is a place of worship, pilgrimage, evangelization and reconciliation.

I am sure you will appreciate the contents of this site, especially if you are about to organise a pilgrimage to our Shrine. It is possible to check timetables and send Prayer request.

As a parish, the Shrine is the primary spiritual home of nearly 1,600 families. Thus it is a living community of faith which tries hard to welcome some 200,000 visitors whom we receive each year. Open 365 days a year, the Shrine is host to nearly one million visitors annually, attracting Pilgrims and Tourists alike from across the country and around the world.

The Shrine offers three Masses everyday and more than five hours of Confessions daily, as well as a Catholic Book Store to accommodate its visitors.

In addition, Special Masses, Devotions and Concerts are held regularly throughout the year, and on Holy Days and Holidays. Please check our schedule!