Pallippuram Fort
Situated on the northern fringe of the Vypeen Island, Pallippuram Fort
was built in 1507 AD, by the Portugese. It is considered to be the first
fort built in India by the Europeans.
It
witnessed several battles between the Portugese and the Dutch. The
hexagonal-shaped fort has three storeys and is now a protected monument.
One of the oldest existing European monuments in India, Pallippuram Fort
was captured by the Dutch in 1661 AD and finally sold to the State of
Travancore in 1789 AD. The Catholic Church at Pallippuram is an
important pilgrim centre for the Christians.
Significance
One of Oldest remaining
European Monuments in India.
General Information
Location
Ernakulam, Kerala.
Origin
1503 AD.
Built In
1507 AD
Built By
Portuguese
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