Gingee Fort
Gingee Fort

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Gingee Fort
Issue Date
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29 December 1979
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50
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Gingee (Senji) is a town in Villupuram district (erstwhile South Arcot district). The nearest town with a railway station is Tindivanam, 28 km away and Thiruvannamalai, 39 km. Gingee is located between three hills covering a perimeter of 3 km. Gingee is famous for its Gingee Fort, a popular tourist attraction. The Kon dynasty laid the foundations for the Gingee Fort in 1190 AD. The fort was later built by the Chola dynasty in 13th century. In 1638, Gingee came under the control of Bijapur Sultanate from Vijayanagar. The cancellation depicts Gingee Fort.

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Cancellation Date - 22-10-2013

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