About Graha Maria Annai Velangkanni
Graha Maria Annai Velangkanni is a Catholic shrine and church located in Tanjung Selamat, Medan Tuntungan, Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia. Built between 2001 and 2005 and inaugurated in October 2005, it is dedicated to Our Lady of Velankanni. Notable for its distinctive Indo-Mogul architecture with domes and minaret-like towers, the two-storey building serves as a pilgrimage site and is known for its Tamil-Indian design influences and serene grounds.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a two-storey Indo-Mogul style church with domes, arches, and tower-like minarets set in landscaped grounds in Tanjung Selamat. The ground floor houses meeting halls and the upper floor is the main prayer hall with an altar and statue of Our Lady of Velankanni. The interior features colorful stained glass, religious statues, and Tamil-Indian decorative elements. Visitors can explore the exterior gardens, pond area, and interior hall for sightseeing, photography of the architecture, and quiet prayer.
Key highlights
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Distinctive Indo-Mogul architecture with domes and minaret-style towers
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Two-storey shrine dedicated to Our Lady of Velankanni
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Statue of Our Lady of Velankanni in the upper prayer hall
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Tamil-Indian design influences and colorful interior decoration
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