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East Fort is a popular place near Padmanabhapuram temple in Thiruvananthapuram. It is a buzzing commercial hub over many centuries. According to historians, there were huge metal gates on this entrance to the Eastern side of the Fort. Now it also serves as a central point for state government bus.

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Parking Difficulty : High
Walking Needed : For 100 meters
Time Needed : 2-3 Hours
Open Timings : 9.00 AM to 3:00 PM
Still Photography : Allowed
Video Photography : Allowed
Cooler Climate for most part of the year.
Carry Umbrella
Wear Comfortable Shoes
Wear Cotton Dress with pullovers
Carry Binoculars
Nearest Railway Station : Kodai Road Railway Station
Nearest Airport : Madurai Airport
Nearest National Highway : NH32
Nearest Landmark : Kodai Market

The city’s Central railway station, as well as the Central Bus Stand (for long distance buses) are both a few minute walk from East Fort.

As to the fort, it is nothing but an imposing fort arch built during 18th century by King Marthanda Varma. There are many other important gates including Nariadachankotta, Padinjarekotta and Azheekotta. The Ananthavilasam Palace, built by King Vishakam Thirunal in 1880, was constructed in the Baroque and Rococo styles of architecture. the Kuthiramalika and the Navarathri Mandapam are very near the East Fort.

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