St. Anthony's Church, Wahakotte Explained

Building Name:St. Anthony's Church
Location:Wahacotte, Matale, Sri Lanka
Religious Affiliation:Catholic Church
Tradition:Latin Church
Geo:7.7222°N 80.5843°W
Functional Status:Active
Architecture:yes
Architecture Type:Cathedral
Architecture Style:Baroque Revival
Facade Direction:Southwest
Specifications:no

The St. Anthony's Church or St. Anthony's Shrine[1] is the cathedral church of the Diocese of Kandy in Wahacotte. The church is located in Wahacotte, in the north of Matale District, about 32km (20miles) from Matale and is dedicated to Saint Anthony.

The church is one of the most sacred pilgrim places for Catholics in Sri Lanka and a national shrine.[2] The Benedictine mission is attached to the church.

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: St. Anthony's Shrine, Wahacotte . . 12 May 2015.
  2. Web site: Kandy, Adisham, Wahakotte Mission . The Benedictine mission . 12 May 2015.