Thalassery Fort
Thalaserry
fort, located at a distance of 22 kms from Kannur constructed in 1708 AD was
the military centre of the British.
In 1708 AD, when the British East India Company established its settlement on
the Malabar Coast, they built the Thalaserry Fort, as a testimonial to their
colonial imperialism.
The square fort, with its massive walls, secret tunnels to the sea and intricately
carved huge doors, is an imposing structure. The fort was once the nucleus
of Thalaserry's development.
It is now a historical monument. The Sports Authority Of India Gymnastic
Centre, an old Muslim mosque, the Jagannatha Temple and Thiruvangadi Sree
Rama Swami temple are other attractions nearby.
General Information
Location
22 Kms From Kannur, Kerala.
Origin
1708 AD.
Main Attraction
Jagannatha Temple, Thiruvadi Sree Rama Swami Temple.
Built By
British
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Palace built by the Dutch in 1744 AD.
Dutch Palace
Originally built by the Portuguese in the mid-16th century, the Dutch Palace
or Mattancherry Palace is located at Mattancherry. It was presented to the Kochi
Maharaja in 1555 AD and later taken over by the Dutch who carried out repairs
and extended it further
Fort Kochi Beach
A leisurely walk through the lanes of the city is the best way to discover historic
Fort Kochi. An obscure fishing village that became the first European township
in India, Kochi has an eventful and colourful history.
Jewish Synagogue
The oldest synagogue in India, it was built in 1586 AD by the prosperous Jewish
community whose links with Kerala began in Kodungalloor in northern Kerala.
