Town Gate

Architecture

This is the gateway leading to the heritage town. The King's Street begins here & ends at the Ziegenbalg Monument. Walking on the King's Street ensures you see most of the heritage buildings. The gate...

The Danish Gate

Tharangambadi was acquired by the Danish traders in 1620 CE, and this gate was erected in 1792 CE. You are sure to notice this simple and beautiful piece of architecture, leading to a well laid out to...

Dont blink as you pass through

The gate is at the entrance to the town and King Street. It is a simple arch and therefore in your effort to get your bearings, you might not even realise that you have passed through this historic ga...

The Gateway to the Danish Quarters of Tharangambadi (Tranquebar)

Also known as the Landsporten, this simple arch with the Danish Coat of Arms is the gateway to the Danish Quarters. Originally built in the early 16th century, it was destroyed in a fire and was re...

Ancient gate

This town gate was built in the 16th century and it is part of a number of structures put up by the Danes when they colonised this part of India. You cannot miss the gate since you have to enter the t...