Vellore Fort
Currently Open- Address: Vellore Fort, Fort Round Road, Balaji Nagar, Vellore, Tamil Nadu 632004, India Map
- Timings: 09:00 am - 05:00 pm Details
- Ticket Price: 5 INR
- Time Required: 03:00 Hrs
- Tags: Historical Site, Monument, Architecture , Fort
Regarded as one of the best historical monuments in Vellore, the fort is well-known and visited by the locals and people from neighbouring cities.
Built in the 16th century, the fort possesses grand ramparts, a huge moat (which protected it from intruders) and masonry. The ownership of the fort passed from one ruling dynasty to another. In fact, Tipu Sultan was held captive there. A fascinating aspect of the fort is that it houses a Church, a Mosque and a Temple. It is well-maintained by the government.
The intricate carvings and granite-based edifice makes the monument stand out for its architecture. A gallery housing some ancient artefacts is also a must-visit for tourists who double as history buffs.
Regarded as one of the best historical monuments in Vellore, the fort is well-known and visited by the locals and people from neighbouring cities.
Built in the 16th century, the fort possesses grand ramparts, a huge moat (which protected it from intruders) and masonry. The ownership of the fort passed from one ruling dynasty to another. In fact, Tipu Sultan was held captive here. A fascinating aspect of the fort is that it houses a Church, a Mosque and a Temple. It is well-maintained by the government.
The intricate carvings and granite-based edifice makes the monument stand out for its architecture. A gallery housing some ancient artefacts is also a must-visit for tourists who double as history buffs. The architecture of the fort is simply astounding and mesmerizes all visitors who come here for a great experience of art, culture and history.
Vellore Fort Travel Tips
- Open throughout the week.
- Visit some of the nearby places of interest which includes a local zoo.
- Avoid visiting the fort during summer.
- An overnight stay is recommended to truly explore the region.
- Recommended time to visit: October – March.
How to Reach Vellore Fort
- By Bus: Vellore Fort Bus Stop is a short walk away.
- By Train: Vellore Town train station is the nearest train station.
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- Vellore Fort Address: Vellore Fort, Fort Round Road, Balaji Nagar, Vellore, Tamil Nadu 632004, India
- Vellore Fort Timing: 09:00 am - 05:00 pm
- Vellore Fort Price: 5 INR
- Time required to visit Vellore Fort: 03:00 Hrs
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3.7/10
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37.04% of people who visit Vellore include Vellore Fort in their plan
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160 Times
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09 AM
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95% of people start their Vellore Fort visit around 09 AM
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3 Hrs
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People usually take around 3 Hrs to see Vellore Fort
95% of people prefer to travel by car while visiting Vellore Fort
People normally club together Velavan Temple and Jalagandeswarar Temple while planning their visit to Vellore Fort.
People also prefer to start their day with Vellore Fort.