Unlike other churches in Coonoor, which reflect the British architecture at its finest, the St. George’s Church inclines towards the gothic side. From its red sandstone exterior to its white marbled floor, everything spells regality. You’ll find paintings of St. Michael, St. Geroge, and other beautiful décors that blends in beautifully with the aura of this place. Due to its building style, this tourist attraction in Coonoor is also known as “Cantonment Church” and when the military controlled this church during the Raj era, it was known as “Garrison Church.” The rich history of this place is what makes it one of the best places to visit in Coonoor in 1 day.
Timings of St. George’s Church: 9 A.M to 5 P.M (Monday to Saturday), 7 A.M to 12 P.M (Sunday)
Address: Wellington Barracks, near MRC canteen, Wellington, Tamil Nadu 643231
Things to do: Soak in the positive aura, pray to God, learn about the history
How to reach: You can either reach here via a toy train or take a cab to this church from Coonoor. The distance is approximately 4 km.