India Mint Stamp
Lokith Philately
Permanent Pictorial cancellation of Tamilnadu
Permanent Pictorial cancellation of Tamilnadu
Permanent Pictorial Cancellation inaugural day covers
Permanent Pictorial Cancellation inaugural day covers
Date of issue: 29.12.1979
Date of issue: 29.12.1979
Pin code: 604202
Pin code: 604202
Status: Active
Status: Active
PO Name: Gingee
PO Name: Gingee
Description: Gingee Fort is located in Villupuram District, at about 160 Km from Chennai, Maratha King, Chhtrapathi Shivaji, ranked it as the most impregnable fortress in India. It was built during the year 1190 AD by Sri Ananta Kon of Konar Dynasty. The Gingee Fort Comnplex is on three hillocks which are connected by walls processing an area of 11 Km. This permanent pictorial cancellation was issued to commemorate historic value of Gingee Fort. It is one of the prominent tourist destination in Villupuram district.
Description: Gingee Fort is located in Villupuram District, at about 160 Km from Chennai, Maratha King, Chhtrapathi Shivaji, ranked it as the most impregnable fortress in India. It was built during the year 1190 AD by Sri Ananta Kon of Konar Dynasty. The Gingee Fort Comnplex is on three hillocks which are connected by walls processing an area of 11 Km. This permanent pictorial cancellation was issued to commemorate historic value of Gingee Fort. It is one of the prominent tourist destination in Villupuram district.
Writeup Source: Rediscovery of India through Pictorial Cancellations book by India Post