Parangipettai

Parangipettai


Parangipettai historically called Porto Novo is a panchayat town in Cuddalore district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Parangipettai is located on the north bank of the mouth of the Vellar river at a distance of 30 km from Cuddalore. From the capital city of Chennai, Parangipettai can be reached through the National Highway NH45A stretch between Cuddalore and Chidambaram. Due to its strategic location on the Coromandel Coast, Parangipettai has long been a major trading centre. In particular, it was an important trading destination for the Arabs, especially the Yemenis. During the colonial era the Portuguese, Dutch and English successively colonized the area.



Parangipettai literally means the abode of Europeans; it is now primarily a fishing village contributing to the state’s import of sea foods. Apart from the lovely landscapes, and beautiful coastline this place has nothing big to offer to tourists. Since it is not a tourist destination nearest place of accommodation is at Chidambaram and Cuddalore, but it is definitely worth a day’s trip.



Best Time To Visit


The best time to visit October to March.

How To Reach


By Air

Nearest Airport Trichy (145 kms).

By Train

Nearest Railway Station is Parangipettai.

Shopping


Shopping in Parangipettai is an absolute delight. After a day of some fine sightseeing and other activities, it’s but natural to indulge in a little bit of shopping. Explore the shops and the markets of Parangipettai to find the most famous of its offerings. Buy souvenirs and other gifts for yourself and your friends and families – after all shopping in

Customer Services

Book online or call:
.

We Are Social

Please follow us using social links :

Keep in touch with us

Type in your e-mail to stay up to date with our promotions::