
Historical Places To Visit Near Kodaikanal (Tamil Nadu) In 2026 - 2027
72 Historical Places to Visit Near Kodaikanal
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Historical Places to visit near Kodaikanal
- 1. Mysore Palace (Ambavilas Palace)
- 2. Chinese Fishing Nets
- 3. Jew Town and Paradesi Synagogue
- 4. Bangalore Palace
- 5. Edakkal Caves
- 6. Shore Temple
- 7. Brihadeeswara Temple (Peruvudaiyar Kovil)
- 8. Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace)
- 9. Raja's Seat
- 10. Francis Church
- 11. Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Pondicherry
- 12. Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace
- 13. Somanathapura Temple
- 14. Bull Temple (Dodda Basavana Gudi)
- 15. Jaffna Fort
- 16. Padmanabhapuram Palace
- 17. Jetavanaramaya
- 18. Angelo Fort
- 19. Vizhinjam Lighthouse
- 20. Kuttam Pokuna
- 21. French War Memorial Pondicherry
- 22. Thanjavur Palace
- 23. Jaganmohan Palace Art Gallery and Auditorium
- 24. Madikeri Fort
- 25. Alleppey Lighthouse
- 26. Kuthira Malika (Puthen Malika) Palace
- 27. Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace
- 28. Vattakottai Fort
- 29. Palakkad Fort
- 30. Koodal Azhagar Temple
- 31. Rama Setu (Adam's Bridge)
- 32. Saraswathi Mahal Library
- 33. Jain Temple, Sulthan Bathery
- 34. Raj Niwas Pondicherry
- 35. Bekal Fort
- 36. Anjengo Fort
- 37. Anchuthengu and Anjengo Fort
- 38. Chain Tree
- 39. Aurobindo Handmade Paper Factory (Pondicherry Paper Factory)
- 40. Varkala Light House
- 41. Shakthan Thampuran Palace
- 42. Tellicherry Fort
- 43. Pazhassi Raja Tomb
- 44. Kannur Lighthouse
- 45. Old Lighthouse Pondicherry
- 46. Lovamahapaya (Brazen Palace)
- 47. Samanar Hills
- 48. Krishnapuram Palace
- 49. Mangala Devi Temple
- 50. Mishkal Mosque
- 51. Malik Deenar Mosque
- 52. Hosdurg Fort
- 53. Schwartz Church
- 54. Mirisawetiya Stupa
- 55. Bekal
- 56. Fort Kochi
- 57. Varkala Tunnel
- 58. Juma Masjid
- 59. Halcyon Castle
- 60. Valiyathura Pier
- 61. Kuttichira
- 62. Mother of God Church
- 63. Ezhimala Hill
- 64. Thanjavur
- 65. Stephen's Church Ooty
- 66. Kallanai Dam (Grand Anicut)
- 67. Vijayanagara Fort
- 68. Lighthouse and the Lighthouse Heritage Museum
- 69. Lalitha Mahal Palace
- 70. Lepakshi
- 71. Veerabhadra Temple
- 72. Belavadi
- Historical Landmark
1Mysore Palace (Ambavilas Palace)4.5(6,283 reviews)Mysore (Mysuru) · 248 kmMysore Palace, also known as Ambavilas Palace, is a historical palace and a royal residence located in Mysore, Karnataka, India. It is one of the most splendid…
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2Chinese Fishing Nets3.5(3,806 reviews)Kochi (Cochin) · 140 kmThe Chinese Fishing Nets of Kochi, located in the Indian state of Kerala, are a distinctive symbol of Kochi's shoreline, prominently visible against the…
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3Jew Town and Paradesi Synagogue4.0(2,030 reviews)Kochi (Cochin) · 138 kmJew Town is a unique location nestled in the heart of Mattancherry, Kochi, which carries the remarkable vestiges of Jewish culture and history in India. It's a…
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4Bangalore Palace3.5(1,704 reviews)Bangalore (Bengaluru) · 307 kmBangalore Palace, a regal structure with exquisite woodcarvings and Tudor-style architecture, sprawls across 454 acres of land in the heart of Bengaluru,…
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5Edakkal Caves4.0(1,691 reviews)Wayanad · 205 kmEdakkal Caves, nestled in the Ambukuthi Hills in Wayanad district of Kerala, India, are two natural caves at a remote location at Edakkal, 25 km from Kalpetta.…
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6Shore Temple4.5(1,668 reviews)Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram) · 396 kmThe Shore Temple, a poignant symbol of the rich cultural heritage of India, stands elegantly against the backdrop of the Bay of Bengal in Mahabalipuram, Tamil…
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7Brihadeeswara Temple (Peruvudaiyar Kovil)5.0(1,533 reviews)Thanjavur · 190 kmThe Brihadeeswara Temple, also known as Peruvudaiyar Kovil, is a magnificent example of Chola architecture in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India. Built by Raja Raja…
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8Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace)4.0(1,244 reviews)Kochi (Cochin) · 135 kmMattancherry Palace, also known as the Dutch Palace, is a Portuguese palace popularly known as the Dutch Palace, in Mattancherry, Kochi, in the Indian state of…
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9Raja's Seat4.0(1,242 reviews)Coorg · 308 kmRaja's Seat, located in the enchanting town of Madikeri in Coorg, Karnataka, is a spectacular garden adorned with beautiful flowers and artificial fountains.…
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10Francis Church4.0(1,059 reviews)Kochi (Cochin) · 140 kmSt. Francis Church, situated in Fort Kochi in the city of Kochi (Cochin), Kerala, India, is renowned for its historical significance and architectural…
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11Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Pondicherry4.5(964 reviews)Pondicherry · 317 kmThe Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus is an iconic Catholic church located in the heart of Puducherry, which is a Union Territory of India. Established in…
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12Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace3.5(946 reviews)Madurai · 78 kmThirumalai Nayakkar Palace is a 17th-century palace situated in the city of Madurai, in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. Constructed in 1636 AD by the ruler…
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13Somanathapura Temple4.5(945 reviews)Mysore (Mysuru) · 236 kmThe Chennakeshava Temple, commonly known as the Somanathapura Temple, located in Mysuru (formerly known as Mysore), Karnataka, India, is a brazen exhibit of…
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14Bull Temple (Dodda Basavana Gudi)4.0(817 reviews)Bangalore (Bengaluru) · 301 kmBull Temple, also known as Dodda Basavana Gudi, is situated in Basavanagudi, a bustling locality of Southern Bengaluru. The temple is renowned for its massive…
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15Jaffna Fort4.0(547 reviews)Jaffna · 283 kmJaffna Fort, located in Jaffna, Sri Lanka, is a historic fortification that has stood as a witness to the colonial past of the country. Built by the Portuguese…
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16Padmanabhapuram Palace4.0(545 reviews)Kanyakumari · 222 kmPadmanabhapuram Palace is a remarkable example of traditional Kerala architecture, situated at the foothills of the Veli Hills, which form part of the Western…
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17Jetavanaramaya4.5(478 reviews)Anuradhapura · 380 kmThe Jetavanaramaya is an iconic stupa located in the sacred city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. Significantly, it was part of the Jetavana Monastery and stands…
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18Angelo Fort4.0(453 reviews)Kannur · 295 kmSt. Angelo Fort, also known as Kannur Fort, is a massive Portuguese fort located in Kannur, Kerala, India. It was constructed by the first Portuguese Viceroy…
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19Vizhinjam Lighthouse4.5(446 reviews)Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram) · 214 kmThe Vizhinjam Lighthouse is a pivotal landmark located near Kovalam beach in the city of Thiruvananthapuram (formerly known as Trivandrum) in Kerala, India.…
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20Kuttam Pokuna4.0(437 reviews)Anuradhapura · 380 kmKuttam Pokuna or the Twin Ponds are an ancient and remarkable example of the bathing pools that were constructed in the kingdom of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka.…
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21French War Memorial Pondicherry3.5(429 reviews)Pondicherry · 318 kmThe French War Memorial in Pondicherry, India, stands as a solemn reminder of the brave soldiers who laid down their lives during World War I. Situated on…
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22Thanjavur Palace3.5(405 reviews)Thanjavur · 190 kmThanjavur Palace, also known as Thanjavur Maratha Palace Complex or Thanjavur Aranmanai, is an architectural marvel located in the city of Thanjavur, Tamil…
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23Jaganmohan Palace Art Gallery and Auditorium4.0(375 reviews)Mysore (Mysuru) · 248 kmJaganmohan Palace Art Gallery and Auditorium is a historical building located in the royal city of Mysore, Karnataka, India. Built in 1861 by Krishnaraja…
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24Madikeri Fort3.0(351 reviews)Coorg · 309 kmMadikeri Fort in Coorg, Karnataka, India, encapsulates a rich historical legacy dating back to the 17th century. Initially built of mud by Muddu Raja in the…
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25Alleppey Lighthouse4.0(292 reviews)Alleppey (Alappuzha) · 151 kmAlleppey Lighthouse stands as a testament to the maritime history of Alleppey, also known as Alappuzha, in Kerala, India. Built by the British in 1862, this…
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26Kuthira Malika (Puthen Malika) Palace4.5(227 reviews)Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram) · 204 kmKuthira Malika, also known as Puthen Malika, is a palace situated in the heart of Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of Kerala, India. It gets its name from…
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27Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace4.0(221 reviews)Bangalore (Bengaluru) · 256 kmTipu Sultan's Summer Palace, located in Bangalore, Karnataka, India, is a historical edifice that stands as a testament to the grandeur of the Mysore Kingdom.…
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28Vattakottai Fort4.0(219 reviews)Kanyakumari · 235 kmVattakottai Fort, located in the coastal town of Kanyakumari in Tamil Nadu, India, is a seaside fort that carries with it a rich historical significance.…
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29Palakkad Fort4.0(204 reviews)Palakkad · 109 kmPalakkad Fort, also known as Tipu's Fort, is a historic site located in the heart of Palakkad, Kerala. It was rebuilt by Hyder Ali in 1766 and later taken over…
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30Koodal Azhagar Temple4.5(204 reviews)Madurai · 77 kmKoodal Azhagar Temple is a historical Hindu temple located in the city of Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the temple is a revered…
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31Rama Setu (Adam's Bridge)4.5(166 reviews)Rameswaram · 262 kmRama Setu, also known as Adam's Bridge, is a chain of limestone shoals running between Pamban Island near Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu, India, and Mannar Island in…
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32Saraswathi Mahal Library4.0(148 reviews)Thanjavur · 190 kmThe Saraswathi Mahal Library, also known as Thanjavur Maharaja Serfoji's Sarasvati Mahal Library, is one of the oldest libraries in Asia, located in the…
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33Jain Temple, Sulthan Bathery3.5(147 reviews)Wayanad · 208 kmJain Temple, located at Sulthan Bathery in Wayanad district of Kerala, India, is an historical monument that stands as a testament to the region's rich…
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34Raj Niwas Pondicherry4.0(125 reviews)Pondicherry · 318 kmRaj Niwas, also known as the 'Palais du Gouvernement', is the official residence of the Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry, India. It is a renowned historical…
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35Bekal Fort4.5(108 reviews)Bekal · 359 kmBekal Fort, situated in Bekal, Kerala, India, is a historic fort enveloping over 40 acres by the Arabian Sea. Known as the largest fort in Kerala, it dates…
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36Anjengo Fort3.5(102 reviews)Varkala · 192 kmAnjengo Fort, also known as Anchuthengu Fort, is a historic fort located on the outskirts of Varkala, a coastal town in the state of Kerala, India. The fort…
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37Anchuthengu and Anjengo Fort3.5(102 reviews)Varkala · 192 kmAnchuthengu Fort, also known as Anjengo Fort, is a historical fort situated in Varkala, a coastal town in Kerala, India. It stands as a symbol of colonial…
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38Chain Tree3.0(98 reviews)Wayanad · 214 kmChain Tree in Wayanad is a large Ficus tree, bound by a chain, and is situated beside the National Highway 766, near Lakkidi in Kerala, India. It has a unique…
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39Aurobindo Handmade Paper Factory (Pondicherry Paper Factory)4.5(87 reviews)Pondicherry · 318 kmAurobindo Handmade Paper Factory, also known as Pondicherry Paper Factory, is situated in Pondicherry, India. This factory is a part of the Sri Aurobindo…
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40Varkala Light House4.5(83 reviews)Varkala · 187 kmVarkala Lighthouse, situated in the coastal town of Varkala in Kerala, India, stands as a sentinel on the shores of the Arabian Sea, guiding vessels with its…
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41Shakthan Thampuran Palace4.0(80 reviews)Thrissur · 143 kmShakthan Thampuran Palace, also known as Vadakkekara Palace, is situated in Thrissur, Kerala, India. Built by the erstwhile ruler of Cochin, Rama Varma…
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42Tellicherry Fort3.5(78 reviews)Kannur · 279 kmThe Tellicherry Fort is situated in Thalassery (formerly Tellicherry), a town in Kannur District of Kerala, India. The fort, built in 1708, stands as a…
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43Pazhassi Raja Tomb4.0(59 reviews)Wayanad · 218 kmPazhassi Raja Tomb is a renowned memorial situated at Mananthavady in the Wayanad district of Kerala, India. This tomb honors the resting place of Kerala Varma…
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44Kannur Lighthouse4.5(59 reviews)Kannur · 295 kmThe Kannur Lighthouse is a historical edifice located near the Payyambalam Beach, in Kannur, Kerala, India. Standing proud at a height of approximately 75…
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45Old Lighthouse Pondicherry3.5(41 reviews)Pondicherry · 318 kmThe Old Lighthouse of Pondicherry stands as a historical beacon situated on Goubert Avenue in the coastal city of Pondicherry, India. Erected by the French…
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46Lovamahapaya (Brazen Palace)3.0(41 reviews)Anuradhapura · 385 kmLovamahapaya, also known as the Brazen Palace or Lohaprasadaya, is a historic building located in the ancient city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. It was once a…
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47Samanar Hills4.0(38 reviews)Madurai · 70 kmSamanar Hills are a historic hill rock complex located in Keelakuyilkudi village near Madurai in Tamil Nadu, India. These hills were home to Tamil Jain monks…
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48Krishnapuram Palace4.0(34 reviews)Alleppey (Alappuzha) · 162 kmKrishnapuram Palace is an 18th-century palace located in the small town of Kayamkulam near Alappuzha in Kerala, India. Built in the typical Kerala-style…
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49Mangala Devi Temple4.0(29 reviews)Thekkady · 77 kmLocated amidst the lush greenery of Thekkady in Kerala lies the Mangala Devi Temple, an ancient structure that is believed to be over 1000 years old. The…
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50Mishkal Mosque4.0(29 reviews)Kozhikode · 217 kmMishkal Mosque is a historic mosque located in the coastal city of Kozhikode (Calicut) in Kerala, India. It is one of the oldest mosques in the city and…
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51Malik Deenar Mosque4.5(19 reviews)Bekal · 370 kmMalik Deenar Mosque is a historic mosque situated in the Kasaragod district near Bekal, Kerala, India. This mosque is believed to have been founded by Malik…
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52Hosdurg Fort3.0(15 reviews)Bekal · 350 kmHosdurg Fort is a historical fort situated near the town of Kanhangad, which is a part of the Bekal area in Kerala, India. Unlike its larger and more famous…
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53Schwartz Church3.5(9 reviews)Thanjavur · 193 kmSchwartz Church, located in the historical city of Thanjavur in Tamil Nadu, India, is a renowned legacy from the 18th century. Built in 1779 by the Danish…
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54Mirisawetiya Stupa4.0(1 reviews)Anuradhapura · 381 kmMirisawetiya Stupa is an ancient and significant Buddhist monument located in Anuradhapura, one of the ancient capitals of Sri Lanka. Constructed by King…
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55BekalKerala · 362 kmBekal is a small town in the Kasaragod district of Kerala, India, famed primarily for its well-preserved Bekal Fort, which is the largest and best-preserved…
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56Fort KochiKochi (Cochin) · 140 kmFort Kochi is a region in the city of Kochi in the state of Kerala, India. This waterfront area is renowned for its historic colonial architecture and…
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57Varkala TunnelVarkala · 188 kmVarkala Tunnel, also known as Varkala Turuthu, is a historical structure located in the coastal town of Varkala in the Indian state of Kerala. The tunnel is an…
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58Juma MasjidKumarakom · 135 kmJuma Masjid, also known as Thazhathangady Juma Masjid, is a significant historical mosque located in the scenic town of Kumarakom, Kerala, India. Situated on…
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59Halcyon CastleKovalam · 212 kmHalcyon Castle, also known as Kovalam Palace, is a historic landmark situated in the coastal town of Kovalam in Kerala, India. Built in 1932 by M.R. Sri Rama…
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60Valiyathura PierKovalam · 206 kmValiyathura Pier, located in the coastal town of Valiyathura in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, stands as a historical landmark. This old seaport, also known as…
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61KuttichiraKozhikode · 218 kmKuttichira is a picturesque locality situated in the heart of Kozhikode (Calicut) city in Kerala, India. Rich in cultural heritage, it is known for its ancient…
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62Mother of God ChurchKozhikode · 218 kmThe Mother of God Church, also known as Valiya Palli, is a historic Roman Catholic Church located in Kozhikode (Calicut), Kerala, India. Established in the…
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63Ezhimala HillKannur · 327 kmEzhimala Hill, located near Payyanur in the Kannur district of Kerala, India, is renowned not just for its scenic beauty but also for its historical…
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64ThanjavurTamil Nadu · 189 kmThanjavur, known as the 'Rice bowl of Tamil Nadu,' is renowned for its cultural heritage and is located in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It has a rich…
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65Stephen's Church OotyOoty · 157 kmSt. Stephen's Church is one of the oldest and most renowned landmarks in Ooty, Tamil Nadu, India. Constructed during the British Raj in the 19th century,…
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66Kallanai Dam (Grand Anicut)Tiruchirappalli (Trichy) · 153 kmThe Kallanai Dam, also known as the Grand Anicut, is a historic dam built on the Kaveri River in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. Located around 15 kilometers…
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67Vijayanagara FortThanjavur · 190 kmVijayanagara Fort, located in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, is a historically significant fortification originally constructed by the Vijayanagara rulers in the…
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68Lighthouse and the Lighthouse Heritage MuseumMahabalipuram (Mamallapuram) · 396 kmThe Lighthouse and the Lighthouse Heritage Museum is situated in the historic coastal town of Mahabalipuram, also known as Mamallapuram, in Tamil Nadu, India.…
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69Lalitha Mahal PalaceMysore (Mysuru) · 247 kmLalitha Mahal Palace, located near the Chamundi Hills in Mysore (now Mysuru), Karnataka, is the second largest palace in the city and a splendid example of the…
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70LepakshiAnantapur · 396 kmLepakshi, located in the Anantapur District of Andhra Pradesh, India, is steeped in mythological and cultural significance. Known for its Vijayanagara…
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71Veerabhadra TempleAnantapur · 397 kmThe Veerabhadra Temple, also known as the Lepakshi Temple, is a notable historical and archaeological site located in the Anantapur District of Andhra Pradesh,…
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72BelavadiChikkamagaluru · 387 kmBelavadi, a village in the Chikkamagaluru district of Karnataka, India, is well-known for its historical and architectural significance. This quaint village is…
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