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Indian Catholics On Pilgrimage To The Annai Velankanni Church
Devotees prepare vehicles carrying statues of the Virgin Mary as thousands of Indian Catholics embark on the pilgrimage and walk to the Annai Velankanni Church (Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health) in Velankanni, Tamil Nadu, India to celebrate the 11-day annual feast of Our Lady of Health, popularly called 'Annai Velankanni Matha' and the 'Lourdes of the East'. The pilgrims walk for 17 days travelling over 20km to reach the church for the annual festival. (Photo by Creative Touch Imaging Ltd./NurPhoto)
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| Photographer | Creative Touch Imaging Ltd/NurPhoto |
| Category | Religion and Belief |
| Copyright | © 2026 NurPhoto - Creative Touch Imaging Ltd/NurPhoto |
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