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One of the major Kerala highlights is the impressive Fort of Tipu Sultan. Also called as Palakkad Fort, this fort is located in Palakkad town. Nestled on the lower edges of the Western Ghats, Palakkad is a beautiful town brimmed with dense forests and meandering rivers.
Built in 1766 AD, Tipu's Fort has been preserved beautifully and is under the supervision of the Archeological Survey of India. This fort of Tipu Sultan in Palakkad is frequented by many tourists. Tipu's Fort was constructed by Hyder Ali, who was the king of Mysore and the father of Tipu Sultan. As you travel to Tipu Sultan's Fort, roll back the pages of valor and bravery. This laterite fort narrates the tales of chivalry and courage.
Haunted by the spirits of the past, a tour to Tipu Sultan's Fort will leave you totaling enamored. The fort was built to make communication easier between both sides of the Western Ghats. Tipu Sultan, the Lion of Mysore, fought a series of wars against the British forces. After 11-day of massive attack, the British troops under Colonel Fullerton seized this fort in 1784. The fort was later named after Tipu Sultan.
On your tours to Tipu Sultan's Fort, also visit Kottamaithanam. It is presumed that this was the place where the Tipu Sultan's cavalry camped, now used for holding expositions. Children's park and Rappadi (open-air stadium) are also located close to the fort.
Nearest railway station is 5 km away at Palakkad town. Nearest airports are at Coimbatore (55 km away) and Cochin International Airport (140 km away).
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