Church of The Assumption Pondicherry

The Churches in Pondicherry are probably the best manifestation of the Cultural impact that the French Colonial leaders have left back on the region. The Church of The Assumption Pondicherry is a living example of that French influence. Like most other Churches in the region, the Church of The Assumption Pondicherry has marks of the effects of French culture and architectural style.

The Church of The Assumption Pondicherry is located in a region called Nellitoppu which lies in the Western outskirts of the main city. The French Missionary zeal in the 17th and 18th Century had a direct impact on the region and there was a distinct acceleration in the number of Churches that were built in Pondicherry. Built in the year 1851, The Church of The Assumption Pondicherry was among the very first Churches to be built in the region and it had apparent signs of French influence.

The Church of The Assumption Pondicherry has an impressive collection of statues. At the main entrance of the Church there is a serene image of Mother Mary and the left tower of the Church has a statue of Saint George, depicting him in the act of slaying a yall-like monster. The interior of the Church of The Assumption Pondicherry is endowed with some of the most beautifully crafted altarpieces which includes a Crucifix with flying angels surrounding it.