Our Lady of Rosary Cathedral, Mangalore
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Our Lady of Rosary Cathedral, Mangalore
The Our Lady of Rosary Cathedral, also known as Rosario Cathedral, is a Roman Catholic cathedral located in Mangalore, Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka. It is dedicated to Our Lady of the Rosary and is part of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Mangalore. The cathedral was originally built by the Portuguese in 1568, making it the oldest church in Karnataka.
The cathedral has a rich history and has undergone several reconstructions over the years. It was desecrated and destroyed by Mysorean ruler Tipu Sultan in 1784, but was later rebuilt in 1813. The current structure was erected in 1910, featuring a design inspired by St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City.
The cathedral is known for its beautiful Baroque architecture, with a series of arches and a dome that could be seen by ships approaching the Mangalore harbor. The cross on the dome was traditionally lit every night to serve as a beacon for seafarers.
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Our Lady of Rosary Cathedral, Mangalore is located in Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka.
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