Embark on a day tour to Gingee Fort, the ‘Troy of the East’ near Chennai. Explore the impregnable fort with its wide moat, three citadels, and a seven-storied Wedding Hall.
Embark on a day tour to Gingee Fort, the ‘Troy of the East’ near Chennai. Explore the impregnable fort with its wide moat, three citadels, and a seven-storied Wedding Hall.
- Gingee Fort - You will be picked up from your hotel in Chennai and driven to the hilltop fort of Gingee.\n\nThe fort has three citadels that are located on three hillocks. Each citadel is a self-contained unit. An eight mile long wall runs around the fort that is protected by an 80 feet wide moat.\n\nWalk around and see where the Gingee guards…
- Gingee Fort - You will be picked up from your hotel in Chennai and driven to the hilltop fort of Gingee.\n\nThe fort has three citadels that are located on three hillocks. Each citadel is a self-contained unit. An eight mile long wall runs around the fort that is protected by an 80 feet wide moat.\n\nWalk around and see where the Gingee guards would keep watch. Inside the fort is a seven storied Wedding Hall, prison cells, a military gymnasium, and more. The Gingee has been claimed and reclaimed many times throughout history by different rulers, all wanting possession of this impenetrable fortress. It has been occupied by the Marathas, Mughals, French and the British and then abandoned in the 19th century.\n\nAt the end of the tour you will be driven back to Chennai and dropped off at your hotel.
- Local English speaking guide
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person
- Local English speaking guide
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Visit Gingee Fort, one of the most impregnable forts of India that was dubbed as the ‘Troy of the East’ by the British. The fort was originally built by the Chola dynasty in the 9th century A.D. and later expanded by the Vijayanagar Empire in the 13th century A.D. The Fort is situated around 100 miles from the city of Chennai and can be reached in 3…
Visit Gingee Fort, one of the most impregnable forts of India that was dubbed as the ‘Troy of the East’ by the British. The fort was originally built by the Chola dynasty in the 9th century A.D. and later expanded by the Vijayanagar Empire in the 13th century A.D. The Fort is situated around 100 miles from the city of Chennai and can be reached in 3 hours by road.
Highlights
• 80 feet wide moat of the fort
• Three citadels on three hilltops
• Seven storied Wedding Hall
- Not recommended for participants with heart complaints, back problems or other serious medical conditions.
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Visiting hours are from 09.00 a.m. to 04.00 p.m. Entry to Climbing hill stop is 03:00 pm.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
