Anchuthengu Fort, Military fort in Thiruvananthapuram district, India.
The square-shaped fort features thick stone walls, defensive bastions, and a moat along the Malabar Coast near Thiruvananthapuram.
The British East India Company constructed this strategic military stronghold in 1695, marking their first settlement in the Kerala region.
The fort grounds contain a cemetery with graves of British colonial families, reflecting the intersection of European and Indian heritage.
The fort remains open to visitors from 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM without entry fees, accessible via Trivandrum International Airport or Varkala Railway Station.
Eight cannons positioned on each bastion of the fort served as defensive measures and communication points for ships arriving from England.
Location: Thiruvananthapuram district
GPS coordinates: 8.66268,76.76449
Latest update: May 11, 2025 16:43
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