CSI St Matthias' Church and School (Chennai)

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This church is over 170 yrs old. According to history Tippu Sultan with his troops stayed under the Baniyan tree in this school.

Sir Robert Clive is said to have had his wedding in this Church. There is a research history of the Church available in the Church.

Fance Fete the Church Harvest Festival draws young crowd from across the city.
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Coordinates:   13°5'14"N   80°15'40"E

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  • I have attended holy communion service in St. Mathias with my aunt Mrs. Kamala Ambrose in 1977-'78. My uncle Prof. Gnanakkan Ambrose was the Editor of the church's Parish Paper.
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