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About:
Pallippuram Fort is situated on the northern fringe of the c, 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.This fort is also popularly known as Ayakkotta or Alikkotta. In 1663 the Portuguese surrendered it to the Dutch. About 1789, through the strategic diplomacy of Raja Kesava Dasan, the able Devan of the Raja of Travancore, the Fort was purchased by the Travancore from the Dutch. From 1964 it is a protected monument of the Kerala state department of archaeology.he Catholic Church at Pallippuram is an important pilgrim centre for the Christians.ISo if are in this beautiful place of Kochi, do pay a visit to this ancient fort and unravel the beauty.
Location info:
Address: Pallipuram, Vypeen Island, Ernakulam(kochi), Kerala, India.
District: Ernakulam district.
Nearest City: Perumbavoor and Ernakulam(kochi) .
Best time to visit: Semptember to February.
Climate/Weather:
The climate is tropical and Temperature is between 31.3oC and 25.8oC
History:
In 1663 the Portuguese surrendered it to the Dutch. About 1789, through the strategic diplomacy of Raja Kesava Dasan, the able Devan of the Raja of Travancore, the Fort was purchased by the Travancore from the Dutch. From 1964 it is a protected monument of the Kerala state department of archaeology.
Interesting things to do:
This is small fort in Vypin island, Watch the Pallipuram Church nearby this fort.
Interesting things to Visit:
vypeen island:vypeen is like a hand stretched out to the water. 24 km long and 2.5 km wide, with sea and backwater on either side, Vypeen is mostly densely populated but suffers from a shortage of fresh potable water during the dry seasPallipuram Church :The church is built by the Portuguese in 1577. The exquisite picture of Ave Mary on the top of “Altar” is brought from Portugal.Cherai Beach:Resort is located at 40 kms from Ernakulam city. This lovely beach bordering Vypeen island is ideal for swimming. Dolphins are occasionally seen here. Cherai, is well known for sea food. The Pallipuram Fort built by the Portuguese is 4 Km from here.
Mobile range info:
How to reach?
Nearest Railway Station:Ernakulam railway station
Nearest Airport:Kochi Intenational Airport
Road Transport:To reach the Pallipuram Fort, one can take a ferry service operating from Ernakulam boat jetty and Fort Kochi to Vypeen. There are buses also plying from Ernakulam to Vypeen and Vypeen to Pallipuram.
Nearest Visiting places:
St. Francis Church:The St. Francis Church is located in Fort Kochi, Ernakulam district, Kerala. It is the first European Church in India. Vasco da Gama, the first European to come to India was buried here at the St. Francis Church. St. Francis Church was originally dedicated to Santo Antonio, the patron Saint of Portugal.Ernakulam Backwaters:Ernakulam at kochi is More popular as the Queen of the Arabian Sea, Kochi is a cluster of islands on the vast expanse of the Vembanad Lake.Some of these picturesque islands are Bolgatty, Vypeen, Gundu and Vallarpadam. The lake opens out into the Arabian Sea here to form one of the finest and the Arabs, Chinese, Portuguese, Dutch and Gritish have all left their mark here.natural harbours in the world.Historical Museum :Important scenes of Kerala history are portrayed through through Sculptures. Greeting the visitor outside is a statue of Parasurama ,the mythological safe who is said to have created Kerala.Bastion Bunglow :Built in the Indo-European style way back in 1667 AD, Bastion Bungalow get its name from its location on the site of the Stromberg Bastion of the old, Dutch fort.Bolghatty:Bolghatty palace built by the Dutch in 1744. Later it became the seat of the British Resident of Cochin. Today it is a hotel run by K.T.D.C. The grounds have a small golf course & several vantage points for lovely views of the harbour & the sea.Cherai Beach:

Cherai Beach offers a unique combination of sea and backwaters rimmed by lush green coconut palms.Children’s Park :A high-tech children’s Park with Non-Conventional Energy Museum and Musical Fountain. The Children enjoy a lot with the facilities available here.Marine Drive:Marine Drive is considered to be one of the most beautiful part of Kochy city. The marine walk is the main hangout for the local populace as the view of the backwaters and the harbour from here is excellent.Hill Palace Museum:This is now the largest archaeological museum in Kerala and is the official residence of the Kochi royal family. The complex is a reflection of traditional architectural style of Kerala. Full-fledged ethno-archaeological articles and artifacts belonging to the Kochi royal family are all a luxury that the visitors to the place get to relish. IKodanad:It is one of the largest elephant training centres of South India. The beautiful river Periyar flows in the north of this place. The elephants are mainly trained for Safari. There is also a small zoo here.Willington Island:This is artificial island named after Lord Willingdon, and a British viceroy to India is surrounded by beautiful, calm and serene backwaters. This sweet getaway was created from the soil obtained while deepening the docks at the Kochi harbor. This small piece of land is the headquarters of the Southern naval command and also an important trade center. Cruises along the gorgeous backwaters that surround the island are a luxury anyone would love to indulge in.Madhavan Nayar Foundation:It is situated about 8 km from Ernakulam town at Edapally. It has life size figures revealing the historic episodes and events from the Neolithic to the neoteric era. The art gallery has 200 original paintings and sculptures, which are the works of the contemporary Indian artists. The light and sound shows with English and Malayalam commentaries attract a number of visitors.Willington Island:It is Formed from the sand deposited when Cochin Port was deepened, Willington Island has a naval base, a railway terminus, a port, and customs offices.Malayatoor:Malayatoor is famous for the Catholic Church built on the 609 m high Malayatoor hill. This hill is dedicated to St. Thomas. Thousands of devotees visit this shrine to participate in the annual festival of Malayatoor Perunnal, in the month of March. St. Thomas is believed to have prayed at this shrine.Chendamangalam:Chendamangalam is a rare geographical combination of three rivers, seven inlets, hillocks and vast expanses of green plains. The Paliam Palace, abode of the Paliath Achans, hereditary Prime Ministers to the erstwhile Maharajas of Kochi, represents the architectural splendour of Kerala.Mangalavanam-” The green lung of Kochi city”The ecologically sensitive Magalavanam is safely tucked away behind the Ernakulam High Court. This evergreen forest land in the heart of Kochi is a green oasis for many migratory birds as a nesting ground. Visitors to Mangalavanam are captivated by the sheer variety of migratory birds that have nested atop the huge trees.Cochin Carnival:Cochin Carnival, December 2 to the New year day, attracts a number of domestic and international tourists each year.Pierce Leslie Bungalow:Founded in 1862, this graceful colonial abode, a blend of Portuguese, Dutch and native building style, was the office of the coffee merchants, the Pierce Leslie and Company.Santa Cruz Basillica Church:This is Built by the Portuguese, this church was elevated in its rank to a Cathedral by Pope Paul IV in 1558, and later was declared as a Basilica in 1984 by Pope John Paul II.Old Harbour House:Fishner Net, Cochin TravelThis elegant old bungalow built in 1808 is in the possession of Carrit Moran & Co., renowned tea brokers, who now use it as their residence. The house was once a boat club.Vasco House:Believed to have been the residence of Vasco da Gama, this is one of the oldest Portuguese residences in Fort Kochi.Chottanikkara Temple:Numerous stories attest to the early history of this 10th century temple, where tormented devotees found solace in the diety, Bhagavathi. Today it remains one of the most popular pilgrim sites in Kerala, devotees still floak here seeking liberation from torment.Parikshith Thampuran Museum:This museum houses a collection of coins, bronzes, copies of murals and megalithic relics of Kerala.Vamanamoorthy Temple:Inscriptions from the 10th to the 13th century are found in this temple in Thrikakkara, near Ernakulam.Santhanagopala-Krishnaswamy Temple:The original foundation of this temple was laid in 947 AD according to the inscriptions found here.Children’s Park :A high-tech children’s Park with Non-Conventional Energy Museum and Musical Fountain. The Children enjoy a lot with the facilities available here.Marine Drive:Marine Drive is considered to be one of the most beautiful part of Kochy city. The marine walk is the main hangout for the local populace as the view of the backwaters and the harbour from here is excellent.Madhavan Nayar Foundation:It is situated about 8 km from Ernakulam town at Edapally. It has life size figures revealing the historic episodes and events from the Neolithic to the neoteric era. The art gallery has 200 original paintings and sculptures, which are the works of the contemporary Indian artists. The light and sound shows with English and Malayalam commentaries attract a number of visitors.Jewish Synagogue:The Synagogue at Mattancherry built in 1568 is the oldest Synagogue in the Common Wealth Countries. It was partially destroyed in the war of 1662, but was rebuilt by Dutch.
Nearest Petrol Pump:
Petrol Pump
Binanipuram Road, Edayar
Aluva, Ernakulam, Kerala.Petrol Pump
NH47, North Kalamassery
Ernakulam, Kerala.Petrol Pump
NH 47A, Palarivattom
Ernakulam, Kerala.Petrol Pump
NH 47, Ernakulam
Kerala.BP Petrol Pump
NH 47A, Ernakulam
Ernakulam, Kerala.
Hotels/Lodge/Accommodation:
Cherai Beach Resorts
Cherai, Vypin Island
Kochi, Kerala 683514
Tel: 0484 2481818.Fort Heritage Hotel
1/283, Napier Street
Kochi, Kerala 682001
Tel: 0484 2215333Hotel Wyte Fort
NH -47, Byepass, Maraduru
Kochi, Kerala 682304
Tel:0484 2706952.Malabar House Residency Pvt Ltd
1/268 – 1/269 Parade Road
Kochi, Kerala 682001
0484 2215083.Fort House
1/268 to 1/269 Parade Road
Fort Cochin, Kochi, Kerala 682001
0484 2217103.
Things to carry:
Tips & Suggestions:
Help Line/Phone Number:
Police Station:Police Station Edappally
Ernakulam, Kerala .ET North Police Station
Ernakulam, Kerala.Fort Cochin Police Station
Kochi, Ernakulam
Kerala.Alwaye Police Station
Sub Jail Road, Aluva
Ernakulam, Kerala.
Nearest Hospital:Govt Hospital Ayyampiily
Ernakulam, Kerala.St. Vincent De Paul Hospital
Ernakulam, Kerala.Trichur Surgicals
Mes Building Judges Avenue
Kaloor, Ernakulam
Kerala 680017
Tel: 0484 2400554.Aiswarya Dental Clinic
Chittoor Road, Vaduthala
Ernakulam
Kerala 680023.Al Shifa Super Speciality Hospital For Piles
Near Ksrtc, Rajaji Road
Ernakulam, Kerala 680035
Tel: 0484 2363777.Electronics Diagnostics
Changampuzha Nagar
Opposite Federal Bank Atm
Kalamassery, Ernakulam
Kerala 680104
Tel: 0484 2541951.Ernakulam Medical Centre
Nh Palarivattom, Palarivattom
Ernakulam, Kerala 680025
Tel: 0484 2807102.
Society/Community Phone Number:
Link:http://pazhayathu.blogspot.com/2009/02/pallipuram-fort-travancore-north-1506.html
http://keralatourismblogs.blogspot.com/2009/06/pallippuram-fort.html

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