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Cathedral of Our Lady of the Rosary, Kunkuri

Catholic cathedral at Kunkuri in Jashpur, described as the largest church in Chhattisgarh

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01 — The story

The story

This Catholic cathedral, dedicated to Our Lady of the Rosary, stands in Kunkuri town in Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, and comes under the Diocese of Jashpur. It is described as the biggest church in the state and the largest in India by seating capacity.

The cathedral was founded in 1962, while Stanislas Tigga was bishop. J. M. Karsi drew up the plan and Joseph Toppo began the building; after Toppo's death, Manustain S. J. saw the work through during the time of Bishop Francis Ekka. The finished cathedral was inaugurated on 27 October 1979.

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02 — About

About Cathedral of Our Lady of the Rosary, Kunkuri

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Where it is

Jashpur, Chhattisgarh

22.74° N 83.96° E