St Aloysius Chapel

St Aloysius Chapel

St Aloysius Chapel is a chapel in Mangalore in the state of Karnataka in southwest India.

St.Aloysius College Chapel, an architectural marvel, this chapel could be compared with the chapels of Rome. What makes this chapel unique compared to the other chapels in the country is the beautiful paintings that virtually cover every inch of the walls. Bro. Moscheni from Italy is the creator of such a master piece.

One portion of the chapel paintings depicts the life of Aloysius Gonzaga to whom the Aloysius College and Chapel is dedicated. St. Aloysius gave his life in the service of others.

There is a amazing sense of belongingness and peace inside the chapel. The interiors are well decorated.

The paintings of this chapel is preserved by a recognised board of the nation which maintains all historic artifacts and restores.


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