The Ruins by the Sea’ is an apt title for Alamparai Fort because that’s how it is exactly. All that remains of the once a sea-fort are a few dilapidated walls. Yet it features on the list of forts in Tamil Nadu, thanks to its unique location. Drive down the East Coast Road from Chennai […]

In its era, Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal must have been the grandest palace in the entire region which forms the present day Tamil Nadu. You can easily conclude this by taking a peek at what remains today. Only a portion of this once gigantic palace remains. Yet it is considered to be one of the most significant […]

The above picture shows how Fort St. George must have been originally. This fort was the first bastion of the British in India. Though British had taken control over several forts in Tamilnadu, this was the only fort that they had built from scratch. As per a treaty with the Nayakas, they were not allowed to […]

Vellore Fort is where the first rebellion against the British had happened. But due to the scale of the revolt of 1857, it is considered to be the first revolt. Amongst the forts in Tamil Nadu, Vellore is considered to be one of the most invincible. Spread over 133 acres, this fort is surrounded by a deep and […]

Gingee Fort is gigantic, intimidating, and beautiful. Of all the forts in Tamil Nadu, Gingee is the most impressive. It is a wonderful example of forts within a fort. Its 13 km long walls enclose an area of 11 square km along with three hillocks. Perched on each of these hillocks is a citadel. The […]

There are numerous forts in Rajasthan, and some of them have become famous. Most of these well-known forts are situated on hilltops. The area which falls under Rajasthan was divided amongst several clans. These clans were collectively known as Rajputs. The Rajput kings are remembered for their courage and hospitality. But they were also fiercely territorial […]