History: The mother church for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Pondicherry and Cuddalore, with a history dating back to 1692 (though the current structure was consecrated in 1791 after earlier churches were destroyed).
Local Name: Locally known as "Samba Kovil."
Architecture: Features an elegant white façade, tall columns, and arched windows, reflecting a blend of French colonial and classical Roman Catholic design.