Thousands of faithful from across the country gathered today at Shrine Basillica in Vailankanni, the 17th century Christian shrine in Nagapattinam district in connection with the ‘Palm Sunday’ procession, which marks the beginning of the week long Easter celebrations.

To mark the occasion, a colourful ‘Palm Sunday’ procession was taken out after special prayers with the priests and participants carrying crosses made of palm leaves.

Pilgrims from all over the state travelling for days on foot will visit the shrine and participate in many events taking place throughout the week.

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