Architectural Transformation of Syrian Christian Churches in Kerala Since the Inception of Portuguese to India : An Insight to St Mary’s Forane Church Kanjoor

The Portuguese were the first colonists to arrive in Kerala 1498 and they surprised find a well thriving Christian community Malabar Coast. being Catholics under Pope tried every possible means Latinize Syrian Christians. This did by forcefully converting Christians Catholics. They introduced Catholic rituals, altered churches, elements churches. led formation of hybrid architecture for churches Kerala. Kanjoor is one such church which had some influence it. There are many artefacts found was once brought from Portugal includes antique round globe lamps, lampshades, bronze painting flowers, altar back-drop. Western can be seen only with arrival Portuguese. still has culture it’s real treasure present future generations. Most evidence truly brings back long-forgotten history tradition Kanjoor. grand elephant's entrance door, single stoned Baptism font, pulpit, open air granite stone, relief works vault over much more proves significance historical value church. As whole this paper research on relevance cultural heritage since India.