The residence of Arnos Pathiri (a Christian priest) in Veloor is now conserved by state government as a heritage centre and also a pilgrim place of historians. 1700 December 13, Arnos Pathiri reached Kerala from Germany. His real name is John Earnest Hangsildon, and he belonged to Eso Christian Community. The church and his residence built with traditional architectural style, both built by the priest in Veloor still hold his memories. He was very popular among the masses. The church walls are filled with pictures, which throws light to old architectural styles existed then.

The residence of Arnos Pathiri (a Christian priest) in Veloor is now conserved by state government as a heritage centre and also a pilgrim place of historians.

1700 December 13, Arnos Pathiri reached Kerala from Germany. His real name is John Earnest Hangsildon, and he belonged to Eso Christian Community. Most of his activities were concentrated to Veloor of Thrissur. He was also attracted towards Indian culture and heritage. He mastered Malayalam and Sanskrit and also became popular as a poet. Puthan Paana, Samskritha Vyakaranam – Grammatik Malayalam-Portuguese Dictionary etc are some of his literal contributions to Malayalam, apart from his missionary works. He also wrote many devotional songs.

The church and his residence built with traditional architectural style, both built by the priest in Veloor still hold his memories. He was very popular among the masses. The church walls are filled with pictures, which throws light to old architectural styles existed then. A church was built later for worship. Yet believers still visit the old church constructed by priest once in a week.