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The Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health, also known as Sanctuary of Our Lady of Vailankanni, is a Marian shrine located at the small town of Velankanni in the state of Tamil Nadu in southern India. The Roman Catholic Latin Rite Basilica is devoted to Our Lady of Good Health. Devotion to Our Lady of Good Health of Velankanni can be traced to the mid-16th century and is attributed to three miracles at sites around where the Basilica stands: the apparition of Mary and the Christ Child to a slumbering shepherd boy, the curing of a lame buttermilk vendor, and the rescue of Portuguese sailors from a violent sea storm.#velankanni church#basilica⛪️
The Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health, also known as Sanctuary of Our Lady of Vailankanni, is a Marian shrine located at the small town of Velankanni in the state of Tamil Nadu in southern India. The Roman Catholic Latin Rite Basilica is devoted to Our Lady of Good Health. Devotion to Our Lady of Good Health of Velankanni can be traced to the mid-16th century and is attributed to three miracles at sites around where the Basilica stands: the apparition of Mary and the Christ Child to a slumbering shepherd boy, the curing of a lame buttermilk vendor, and the rescue of Portuguese sailors from a violent sea storm.#velankanni church#basilica⛪️
Clinton Park Inn

Clinton Park Inn

3 out of 5
Church Main road Kilvelur Tamil Nadu
The price is ₹3,753 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
₹3,753
₹3,949 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Velankanni. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health ...
7.8/10 Good! (26 reviews)
Wonderful experience…

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2025

Clinton Park Inn
MGM Vailankanni Residency

MGM Vailankanni Residency

4 out of 5
64/F2, Nagapattinam Main Road Kilvelur Tamilnadu
The price is ₹3,881 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
₹3,881
₹4,409 total
27 Jan - 28 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Velankanni. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health ...
This property is falling apart due to poor maintenance. Room service is below average.

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2025

MGM Vailankanni Residency
JR Grande

JR Grande

2 out of 5
Near velankanni bus stand, Velankanni Kilvelur TN
The price is ₹1,035 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
₹1,035
₹1,087 total
27 Jan - 28 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Velankanni. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health and Velankanni ...
4.6/10 (4 reviews)
The room was quite good we were at 3rd floor and room was little smelly

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025

JR Grande
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
White Haven Luxury Villa

White Haven Luxury Villa

3 out of 5
No. 1B, Gandhi Nagar Kilvelur TN
Stay at this villa in Velankanni. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health and Velankanni ...
White Haven Luxury Villa
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

The Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health, also known as Sanctuary of Our Lady of Vailankanni, is a Marian shrine located at the small town of Velankanni in the state of Tamil Nadu in southern India. The Roman Catholic Latin Rite Basilica is devoted to Our Lady of Good Health. Devotion to Our Lady of Good Health of Velankanni can be traced to the mid-16th century and is attributed to three miracles at sites around where the Basilica stands: the apparition of Mary and the Christ Child to a slumbering shepherd boy, the curing of a lame buttermilk vendor, and the rescue of Portuguese sailors from a violent sea storm.#velankanni church#basilica⛪️

Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health

5/5(1 review)

Find out about the history of Velankanni when you take a trip to Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health. Wander the waterfront and beaches while you're in the area.

Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health

Our Lady's Tank Church

5/5(1 review)

After visiting Our Lady's Tank Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Velankanni. Wander the waterfront and beaches while you're in the area.

Our Lady's Tank Church

Cities near Kilvelur

The Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health, also known as Sanctuary of Our Lady of Vailankanni, is a Marian shrine located at the small town of Velankanni in the state of Tamil Nadu in southern India. The Roman Catholic Latin Rite Basilica is devoted to Our Lady of Good Health. Devotion to Our Lady of Good Health of Velankanni can be traced to the mid-16th century and is attributed to three miracles at sites around where the Basilica stands: the apparition of Mary and the Christ Child to a slumbering shepherd boy, the curing of a lame buttermilk vendor, and the rescue of Portuguese sailors from a violent sea storm.#velankanni church#basilica⛪️

Velankanni

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