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Introduction:
Thangasseri is a beautiful seaside town near Kollam on the shores of the Arabian Sea. Plan a Tour to Thangasseri and explore this serene and peaceful beach of Kerala. Walk amidst the golden sands and beaches lined with groves of coconut trees and rejuvenate yourself with the fresh air.
Thangasseri has a 3km long beach, an old lighthouse and age old ruins of the Dutch empire. This small seaside town of used Thangasseri used to be a major Portuguese settlement in the early years and was then occupied by the Dutch and later on the English.
Kollam was one of the oldest ports used to import cashew from the Malabar Coast. Thangasseri was thus the center stage of these maritime traders who came to India during the early years. Thangasseri still has preserved the age old ruins of the Portuguese and Dutch settlers who settled in India. Thangasseri also has some 18th century churches. Take a tour to Thangasseri and rediscover the remnants of history.
For all of you who wish to add some beauty and serenity in your vacation, should take a tour to Thangasseri. From February to November drop in to this cozy beach destination of Thangasseri.
How to Reach:
Nearest Airport: Trivandrum Airport, 71km away.
Nearest Railway Station: Kollam Railway Station, 5km away
There are also different roads connecting Thangasseri to the rest of Kerala.
Tourist Attractions:
The Thangasseri has a three kilometer long beach where you can spend your day watching the waves splash on the shores of this seaside town.
Thangasseri Lighthouse: The lighthouse has been there from 1902. It is a 144 feet tall sentinel which guides the lost fishermen and navigators in the sea. It is open to visitors from 15-30 to 17-30 hours.
Thangasseri Fort: Thangasseri Fort is a 16th century fort which is 20ft tall and is one of the remains of the Portuguese settlement in Kerala. Constructed from 1503 to 1505 this Fort is now under the watchful eyes of Archaeological Survey of India. This fort was renovated recently.
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