Milagres Church

Milagres Church, also known as the Church of Our Lady of Miracles, is a historic Roman Catholic church located in Hampankatta, Mangaluru, Karnataka. Originally built in 1680 by Bishop Thomas de Castro, it is one of the oldest churches in Dakshina Kannada. Known for its simple yet elegant architecture, cemetery and association with Mangalorean Catholic heritage, it remains an active parish and a notable visitor attraction in central Mangaluru.

Visitors can expect a historic church complex in central Mangaluru with a white facade, portico with columns, bell tower, and spacious interior with altars, statues and stained glass. The compound includes a cemetery, grotto, parish hall and open courtyard. The setting is urban and accessible, with regular daily Mass services. Visitors can explore the exterior, interior prayer hall, and cemetery area, and observe architectural details and religious artworks in a quiet, reverent environment.

The church was originally built in 1680 by Bishop Thomas de Castro, the Vicar Apostolic of Canara. The original structure was destroyed in 1784 during the captivity of Mangalorean Catholics. After the community returned, the church was rebuilt in 1811 under the leadership of Lawrence Bello. The present structure has undergone subsequent renovations and remains a significant landmark of Mangalorean Catholic history.

Milagres Church is a prominent religious and cultural centre for the Mangalorean Catholic community. Dedicated to Our Lady of Miracles, it hosts regular Mass, novenas and the annual parish feast, serving as an important place of worship and community gathering in Mangaluru.