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Vandavasi Fort
Vandavasi Fort, anglicised Wandiwash, was the site of the decisive Battle of Wandiwash on 22 January 1760, when Sir Eyre Coote's British force defeated the French under Comte de Lally in the Third Carnatic War. The victory broke French power in India and secured British supremacy in the Carnatic. Earlier held by a Nayak vassal of the Vijayanagara Empire, the fort is remembered by a battle memorial in the town.
Practical guide
Plan Vandavasi Fort
Typeheritage
Nearest baseMunugapattu
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseMunugapattu
DistrictTiruvannamalai
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
Vandavasi Fort, anglicised Wandiwash, was the site of the decisive Battle of Wandiwash on 22 January 1760, when Sir Eyre Coote's British force defeated the French under Comte de Lally in the Third Carnatic War. The victory broke French power in India and secured British supremacy in the Carnatic. Earlier held by a Nayak vassal of the Vijayanagara Empire, the fort is remembered by a battle memorial in the town.
Vandavasi Fort is planned from Munugapattu, one of the travel bases in Tiruvannamalai district. Use Munugapattu for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Vandavasi Fort — at a glance
TimingsOpen daily during daylight hours
Best timeNovember to February
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Vandavasi Fort
In Vandavasi town, ~55 km from Tiruvannamalai; nearest railhead Vandavasi station ~2 km; nearest airport Chennai (MAA) ~120 km.
Ruined ramparts within the town; combine with the Wandiwash battle memorial nearby.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Munugapattu or nearby in Tiruvannamalai, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel.
- If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Vandavasi Fort — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Vandavasi Fort?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Vandavasi Fort?
Entry: Free. Timings: Open daily during daylight hours. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Vandavasi Fort?
Base yourself in Munugapattu or nearby in Tiruvannamalai, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel. If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
How much time do I need for Vandavasi Fort?
About an hour.
What else is near Vandavasi Fort?
Nearby you can pair Pachaiyamman Sameda Mannarsamy Temple, Munugapattu (4.6 km), Sri Thavalagiriswarar Temple, Vengunram (5.2 km), Kuranganilmuttam Valeeswarar Temple (11.3 km), Seeyamangalam Cave Temple (19.6 km).
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- Vandavasi Fort:Anandhan. B, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons · CC0