Fort Dansborg, also known as the Danish Fort, is a 400-year-old historical monument. It is a captivating blend of Indian and European architectural styles.
- It is situated in Tharangambadi, a serene fishing village in Tamil Nadu’s Nagapattinam district.
- It was originally established as a base for the Danish East India Company’s settlements in the 17th century.
- It was built on land granted by Thanjavur king Ragunatha Nayak through an agreement with Danish Admiral Ove Gjedde in 1620.
- Over time, the fort and Tharangambadi’s administration came under British rule, leading to significant changes, including the renaming of the town to Tranquebar.
- Tharangambadi became a part of the newly formed state of Tamil Nadu after India gained independence in 1947.
