Dutch Church, Munroe Island

Dutch Church
Dutch Church, Munroe Island, Kollam
Location Munroe Island, Kollam(Quilon)
Country India
History
Founded 1878 (1878)
Architecture
Status Church
Functional status Inactive
Style Dutch
Completed 1878
Specifications
Materials Red Brick

The Dutch Church in Munroe Island, Kollam is one of the ancient churches in Kerala.[1] The church was built by the Dutch in 1878. The red brick church is a blend of Dutch-Kerala architecture on the scenic banks of Lake Ashtamudi. Now the church is in a deserted state. The only Christian family in the locality is looking after the affairs of this Church. The annual church festival is conducted with the help of residents in the area.[2]

References

  1. "The emerald isle". The Hindu. Retrieved 14 December 2015.
  2. "Monsoon sojourn". The Hindu. Retrieved 14 December 2015.

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