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The ruins of Cranganore Fort, also known as Kottappuram Fort, located in Kodungallur.

This historic fort was built by the Portuguese in the 16th century and later taken over by the Dutch. In the image, you can see:

Old laterite brick walls and broken structures, showing the remains of the fort.

An arched underground entrance or passage in the foreground.

A partially preserved section of the fort walls in the background.

A protective modern roof structure covering part of the ruins.

Coconut trees and greenery surrounding the site.

A river flowing beside the fort, which is part of the Periyar River.

The location reflects Kerala’s colonial history and its importance as a trading center in ancient times. The peaceful riverside setting adds natural beauty to the historic ruins.

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Built by the Portuguese about A.D. 1503, Conserved as a Historic Relic by the Government of Travancore A.D. 1909.”This plaque marks the historical Cranganore Fort (Kodungallur Fort) in Kerala. The fort was originally built by the Portuguese around 1503 AD during their early presence in India.

Later, in 1909, the Government of Travancore preserved it as a historical monument. The weathered stone and aged wall show the fort’s long history and heritage importance. It represents Kerala’s colonial past and the influence of European traders in the region.

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The arched wooden frame is richly decorated with floral and creeper motifs, a signature style of Kerala craftsmanship. At the top of the arch, you can see a stylized sacred tree / lamp motif, symbolising prosperity, divine protection, and harmony. The dark teak wood door reflects the use of long-lasting hardwood commonly found in old Kerala homes. Inside, the antique chandelier and carved wooden furniture indicate the house belonged to a well-to-do family, blending traditional Kerala design with colonial influence.

The green, red, and yellow colour scheme represents auspiciousness and cultural vibrancy in Kerala architecture. Overall, the picture speaks about heritage, tradition, skilled craftsmanship, and the spiritual warmth of old Kerala homes—a doorway that is not just an entrance, but a symbol of welcome and culture.

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Its a traditional Kerala heritage house, known as a Nalukettu / Ettukettu–style ancestral home, always its get sloping Mangalore-tiled roof suited for heavy monsoon rains, white lime-plastered walls with wooden windows, wooden pillars and verandah (chuttu verandah), Central open space layout typical of Kerala tharavadu houses and built using traditional Kerala architecture principles (Vastu-based). Such buildings were usually Brahmin or Nair tharavadu (ancestral homes) and many are now preserved as heritage museums or cultural centers in Kerala.

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Its a historic cannon balls and bullets displayed in a museum exhibit.

These are stone and iron cannon balls of different sizes, along with small bullets, used in ancient and medieval warfare, especially during the colonial and fort-period battles in India. Such artifacts are commonly found in fort museums of Kerala, reflecting the region’s military history under local kingdoms and European powers.

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Its a traditional Kerala heritage building, likely part of an old palace or historical complex. It features white laterite walls, a large wooden arched door, and a sloping tiled roof typical of Kerala architecture. The open upper floor with wooden beams reflects royal or administrative use in the past, and the calm surroundings highlight its historical and cultural significance.

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