Canonical Houses

A venerable house of prayer, contemplation, and formation of Carmel Province, Muvattupuzha — carrying forward the enduring spiritual legacy of St. Kuriakose Elias Chavara.

Carmel Monastery, Vazhakulam
Canonical House

1859

Year Established

165+

Years of Heritage

Carmelites of Mary Immaculate

Carmel Monastery — Vazhakulam

CARMEL MONASTERY (Estd. 1859) • Vazhakulam, Muvattupuzha

Established in 1859, Carmel Monastery, Vazhakulam, stands as one of the historic canonical monasteries of the Carmelites of Mary Immaculate (CMI). Rooted in intense prayer, spiritual discernment, and community life, it continues to radiate the Gospel values envisioned by our founding father, St. Kuriakose Elias Chavara.

From this sacred monastery, fathers and brothers serve the church and society through pastoral care, retreat guidance, educational ministries, and compassionate social services — remaining a vibrant fountainhead of grace and renewal for the people of God.

Address: Vazhakulam, Vazhakulam P.O, Muvattupuzha – 686670, Kerala
Phone: 0485-2260240
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Little Flower Monastery, Koduvely
Canonical House

1911

Year Established

113+

Years of Grace

Carmelites of Mary Immaculate

Little Flower Monastery — Koduvely

LITTLE FLOWER MONASTERY (Estd. 1911) • Koduvely, Thodupuzha

Established in 1911, Little Flower Monastery, Koduvely, stands as a cherished beacon of quiet contemplation, profound prayer, and dedicated fraternal service within Carmel Province. Dedicated under the heavenly patronage of St. Thérèse of Lisieux (The Little Flower), this historic monastery nurtures an enduring tradition of spiritual simplicity and apostolic commitment.

Nestled in the serene landscapes of Koduvely near Kodikkulam, the community continues to animate the surrounding parish communities through dedicated sacramental life, youth faith formation, spiritual direction, and grassroots charitable works — witnessing to Christ's compassionate love for all.

Address: Koduvely, Koduvely P.O, Kodikkulam, Thodupuzha – 685 582, Idukki Dt., Kerala
Mother of Dolours Monastery, Nadukany
Canonical House

1959

Year Established

65+

Years of Dedication

Carmelites of Mary Immaculate

Mother of Dolours Monastery — Nadukany

MOTHER OF DOLOURS MONASTERY (Estd. 1959) • Nadukany, Kothamangalam

Established in 1959, Mother of Dolours Monastery, Nadukany, stands as an inspiring sanctuary of monastic devotion, spiritual contemplation, and fraternal mission within Carmel Province. Dedicated to Our Lady of Sorrows (Mother of Dolours), the monastery remains a haven of peace, prayerful solace, and renewal.

Situated amidst the tranquil hills of Nadukany near Malayinkeezhu, Kothamangalam, the community faithfully serves God and people through uplifting pastoral assistance, retreat preaching, spiritual guidance, and caring social outreach — keeping alive the rich charism of our founder, St. Kuriakose Elias Chavara.

Address: Nadukany, Nadukany P.O, Malayinkeezhu, Kothamangalam – 686 691, Kerala
Phone: 0485-2862539