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ANJENGO/ANCHUTHENGU FORT

Anchuthengu, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India

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Anjengo Fort (also called as Anchuthengu Fort) is a 16th Century fort constructed by the English East India Company. It was the first settlement of East India Company in Kerala. Attingal Queen allowed the British to build a fort and trading settlements here. The remains of the old English Fort, which had withstood many a siege, can be seen here even today. Anchuthengu fort was one of the most important bastions of the British East India Company.

Suggested time duration

4 Hours

Crowded Period

Weekend

Best Season To Visit

November to May

Do's & Dont's

  • Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety.
  • Do not consume liquor.

Architecture

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Timings

Day Start Time End Time Adult Entry Fee Child Entry Fee
All Days
 08:00 AM 05:00 PM Free Free

Transport Connections

Name Distance Contact Number
Kadakkavoor Bus Station
2.2 KM 0471-2471011
Kadakavur Railway Station
2.4 KM 139
Trivandrum International Airport
27.5 KM 0471-2702600

What to Carry

  • Carry water bottle and food.

Suitable For

Adults Elderly Children Infants

Facilities

Toilets Restaurants

Parking

Parking is available for 10 Cars.

Nearest Town

Town Name Distance
Kadakkavoor 3 KM

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ANJENGO/ANCHUTHENGU FORT

Anchuthengu Fort, Anchuthengu, Kerala, India

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