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 … [Read more]
Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal: The Lost Grandeur
Fort St. George – The First Bastion of the British in India
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. … [Read more]
Vellore Fort: The Place of a Forgotten Rebellion
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. … [Read more]
Gingee Fort – The Mighty Fort in a Surreal Landscape
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. … [Read more]
Scenic Hill Stations of Kerala
The small state of Kerala encloses some of the scenic hill stations of South India. The mountain range of Western Ghats run parallel to the Malabar coast of Kerala. Numerous villages and towns are scattered around on its lush green hills. Though … [Read more]
Munnar: Misty Hills, Crisp Air, And Invigorating Tea
Munnar is a small town at a height of 5,906 ft in the Idukki District in Central Kerala. The town itself is pretty small and unassuming. But it is nestled in a valley surrounded by the most picturesque hills of Kerala. As you drive around Munnar, you … [Read more]
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