The one and only Basilica Church in Pondicherry is a captivating place for thousands of humans to inhale peace. The architecture of the Catholic Church has been solely influenced by the Gothic structures. When you enter the world of serenity, you’ll witness the holy pictures of Lord Jesus and Mother Mary; along with innumerous Latin biblical words are engraved in the doors. As you walk down the corridor, you’ll come across the stages of stories of Jesus Christ as well as the saints of Catholic Church engraved in the glass panels.

Even if you’re having a tight schedule still it’s one of the places to visit in Pondicherry to relish the alluring Church as it’s nearly located. On days of Easter Morning, New Year, and Christmas Eve, the church celebrates in an awe-inspiring way. This place secludes you from the humdrum of cities which makes the perfect gateway to mental peacefulness.  

Timing of the Church

The tourists can visit any day as the Catholic Church opens every day in a year from 06:00 AM to 10:30 PM. 

Mass timings of Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

You definitely won’t want to miss the mass timings in this Catholic Church. The Church allows the masses in two different languages: their native Tamil and in English.  It may as well be mentioned in the Pondicherry tour package, still here’s the exact timing of the masses.  On weekdays (i.e. from Monday to Saturday) the Basilica organizes masses in three times a day viz, from 0530 hours, 1230 hours, and 1800 hours. On weekend, i.e. Sunday you can attend the English masses either at 0530 hours, 0730 hours, 1200 hours, or 1700 hours. If you want to be present during Tamil mass, then visit the church on Sunday at 1815 hours. 

Best Time to Visit

If you want to enjoy soothing weather in Pondicherry tourism, then visit during winter months from October to March. The temperature generally varies in between 15 to 30 degrees, which makes it absolutely pleasant for the tourist. It’s best to steer clear from the summer months (April – June) which makes the weather very humid and uncomfortable.