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Located on the Southern-most tip of the country, Vattakottai Fort is a seaside fort in Kanyakumari. It was constructed as a coastal defense barrack in the former kingdom of Travancore. The architect of Vattakottai Fort was Eustachuis De Lannoy, a former Dutch naval army officer. Its unique architecture defines it as a circular seaside fort that is protected by the Archaeological Survey of India. People, especially the historians, visit this site on a large scale.
It Is Known For:-
1) Vattakottai Fort is built entirely out of the stone and comprises of the rest rooms, watch towers, and weapon rooms
2) Different weapons were discovered from the hidden cell in the fort and are now displayed in the museum of the city
3) The previous structure of this fort was destroyed in the Tsunami of 2004. It was restored later on by the authorities of ASI
Best Time To Visit:-
Being a notable attraction on the Southern-most tip of the nation, it catches the attention of many people. The visitors from distant places arrive at Kanyakumari to witness this circular fort. It can be visited during any time of the year, except monsoons.
A small entry fee is charged from all visitors.
Reaching There:-
Vattakottai Fort is well-connected via major roads and other rail heads. With such connectivity, it becomes effortless to reach this amazing site. The local taxis are the best option for reaching Vattakottai Fort.
Nearest Railway Station- Kanyakumari Junction
Nearest Airport- Trivandrum Airport
