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Sevalapurai post, Melmalayanur taulk, gingee main road VILLUPURAM DIST .167 CHECK-INS, Muttakadu R.F., Tamil Nadu 604202, IndiaMap
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  • Katherine D
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    Gingee Fort

    Excellent, though some of it in ruins. The views on the way up are worth the effort of the hike. There are two hikes, one near the ticket office and the other on the other side of the main road. Th...

    Reviewed on Sep 3, 2023
  • Gaspard N
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    A wonder of Indo-islamic architecture

    This fort was built in the 15th and 16th centuries by the Nayaks, one of the compulsive ever fighting hindu dynasties of South India and was conquered soon by the Sultans of Bijapur. In the 18th centu...

    Reviewed on May 7, 2023
  • balamuralikannaiyan
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    A short trek

    The climb is not tough for the fit and the able. Went on a sunny day. Would have prefered to visit during the winter but was manageable as it's a short trek. Would recommend it for trekkers who would ...

    Reviewed on Feb 20, 2022
  • wandering_booknerd
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    Beautiful ruins on the way

    One of the most beautiful place that I happen to visit on a road trip. Though just ruins now, it still holds a certain charm of the old Indian architecture. Built by the Kona dynasty and then further ...

    Reviewed on Mar 19, 2021
  • RvMDl
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    Tough climb up, views worth it

    Very nice fort, condition so so. Climb up to the top not easy, maybe 90-120 minutes. Beware of aggressive monkeys.

    Reviewed on Dec 23, 2020
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