The Old Seminary Kottayam Kerala

Popularly known as the Old Seminary, the Orthodox Theological Seminary is a must-visit Christian pilgrim center in Kerala. This holy site holds a special place in the cultural history of the state. The church played an important role to preserve the identity of the Orthodox Christian community and encourage its ideals. They also help to strengthen the spirituality among Christians. This seminary was the first that start English education in the state and have Englishmen as teachers. The Old Seminary has been the seat of the Syrian Orthodox Church of Malabar since the 19th century. It is only 300 meters away from the Kottayam railway station. Pilgrims can reach this seminary by covering around 65 kilometers from Cochin International Airport. Check the different pilgrim holiday packages offered by Tour My India to choose the suitable one to make your trip to Kerala comfortable and affordable.