Thirumayam Fort - Tamilnadu

Thirumayam Fort is a historical monument known for its impeccable architecture. It has a blend of Dravidian and Islamic style. The Fort has two main parts namely the upper fort and the lower fort. The upper fort houses a large hall with beautiful paintings and sculptures. The lower fort houses a temple for Lord Shiva is believed to be over 1000 years old and is very famous for the annual festival "Masi Magam" Other famous monuments in Thirumayam Fort complex include Nayak Palace, Mahalakshmi Temple and Kailasanathar Temple this shows that the fort is not only a historical monument but also has religious significance. One of the highlights of visiting Tirumayam Fort is the beautiful panoramic view from its elevated position. The viewpoint offers photography enthusiasts a great opportunity to capture beautiful landscape images. This fort is also a fine example of military architecture and is famous for its magnificent walls, bastions and watchtowers. The walls of the fort are made of granite and are up to 20 feet thick in places. The entrance to the castle is a huge gate surrounded by two magnificent towers that are prepossessing when compared to other forts in hills.

How to reach Thirumayam Fort?

Trichy airport is the nearest to reach Thirumayam Fort. Drive from Trichy airport to Thirumayam Fort covers about 63 km.