Fort Frederick
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Desma V
6 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Nice to learn some Portuguese history. Also visited the temple at the top. If visiting the temple please note you have to take your sandal off and go bare feet for approx 100 metres. The ground was very hot to walk on, so take some socks to put on to prevent scorched feet.
Written August 14, 2023
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authorneelesh
New Delhi, India628 contributions
Jan 2020
approached the koneswaram temple through the magnificent Dutch fort gates. inside is the military camp and hence the entire area is well laid out and clean.
The colonial area buildings are now under the control of the SriLankan army and offer a pretty sight.
The colonial area buildings are now under the control of the SriLankan army and offer a pretty sight.
Written January 8, 2020
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Steve D
Caerleon, UK383 contributions
Feb 2020
We walked through the Fort on the way to the Temple. It was shaded from the sun and very quiet. There were lots of deer running free which was great to see. there were two little cafes. It was an interesting place to see as it is still occupied by the Army.
Written February 15, 2020
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galadiel67
Chiavari, Italy3,080 contributions
Aug 2024 • Family
Despite being a military structure. the strategic function of the fort is recognized by some details: certainly the still current presence of military, some evidence of war. For the rest, the perception is that of a huge green area, scattered with colonial buildings, large trees and fallow deer. Admission is driveway and free. The fort leads to the Koneswaram kovil.
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Written August 9, 2024
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Dashers2014
Cambridge, UK654 contributions
Mar 2023 • Friends
Walked along the road on our way to the Koneswaran temple when we passed the fort. Plenty of spotted deer. Lots of trees that line the road making it a nice stroll before it becomes an uphill climb to the temple.
Written March 20, 2023
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Rambling R
Melbourne, Australia119 contributions
Dec 2019
Originally constructed by the Portuguese, added to by the Dutch, then taken over by the British, this fully-functional fortress is still in use today. Although some areas are off limits to visitors, it is worth visiting.
Written January 29, 2020
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Ladja
62 contributions
Nov 2019
After passing through the Portuguese fortress gate you walk through a beautiful alley to a Hindu temple on top of a hill. Around you is a large number of deer, peacocks, parrots and other animals.
Written November 7, 2019
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PauSerraBou
Province of Barcelona, Spain740 contributions
Sep 2019 • Couples
This fort located in the bay of Trincomalee it's alive history of the city. Been sometimes portugese, sometimes dutch, french and british. Nowadays it's part of the Sri Lankan army and you can visit a temple inside. No entrance fee.
Written September 3, 2019
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Dazel
Dublin, Ireland45 contributions
Jun 2018 • Couples
The fort itself is shady with huge impressive trees and a number of old buildings occupied by the army (strictly no entry!). Most people rode by in tuk tuks on their way up to the temple but its worth the walk. At the top is the temple and the views of the inner harbour from the rock. Women must cover their shoulders and knees (or be provided with 1 or 2 lengths of material for 20 rupee). Shoes must be removed in the vicinity of the temple but the tarmac is very hot so put them in your bag rather than leaving them at the bottom of the hill. You can go in the temple and men do not have to remove their shirts.
Written June 6, 2018
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Sara P
27 contributions
Apr 2018 • Friends
We came just before sunset so didn't have time to see all the chital deers before it went dark. But they are very cute. Would recommend to go when it is still light!
The temple on the hill is beautiful, both inside and outside. There is a market street with all types of handcrafted things (and some "crappy china stuff").
We also had a tasty fruit juice with view over the water!
Entry ticket is super cheap, 20 rupees for 4 people. There are sarongs to borrow if you have shorts/skirt not covering the knees.
The temple on the hill is beautiful, both inside and outside. There is a market street with all types of handcrafted things (and some "crappy china stuff").
We also had a tasty fruit juice with view over the water!
Entry ticket is super cheap, 20 rupees for 4 people. There are sarongs to borrow if you have shorts/skirt not covering the knees.
Written April 23, 2018
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Is there specific opening hours for the fort ?
Thanks
Written September 7, 2015
Not actually but its preferred that you visit the place from 8 am to 4pm
Written September 8, 2015
No, entry is free. On the way to the temple, you can leave shoes storage - this fee, but not necessarily.
Written April 26, 2015
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