About
Vellore
Vellore had the previlege of being the seat of the Pallava, Chola, Nayak, Maratha,
Arcot Nawabs and Bijapur Sultan Kindoms. It was described as the best and the
strongest fortress in the Carnatic War in the 17th Century. It was witnessed
the massacre of European soldier during the mutiny of 1806. Vellore district
lies between 12° 15’ to 13° 15’ North latitudes and 78°
20’ to 79° 50’ East longitudes in Tamilnadu State. The geographical
area of this district is 6077 sq. k.m. The total population as per 1991 Census
is 30,26,432.
Vellore is the Head-Quarters of Vellore District is well connected by Rail and
bus routes to major towns of the neighbouring states like Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka
and Kerala. The history of the District assumes a great significance and relevance,
as we unfold the glorious past. The Monuments found in the district give a vivid
picture of the town through the ages. In the 18th Century Vellore District was
the scene of some of the decisive battles fought in Ambur 1749 A.D., Arcot 1751
A.D. and Vandavasi 1768 A.D. as a result of the long – drawn struggle between
the English and the French for Supremacy.One of the monuments of Vellore is
the Fort. A very close examination of the stone inscriptions suggests that the
Fort in all probability might have been built during the rule of Chinna Bommi
Nayak (1526 to 1595 A.D.).
The Fort is one of the most perfect speciments of Military architecture in South
India. The Jalakandeswarar Temple inside the Fort is a very fine example of
Vijayanagar architecture. The Kalyanamantap on the left of the entrance, with
intricate carvings and delicacy of execution bears testimony to the engineering
marvel and advanced state of sculpture of the times. Another landmark that has
put Vellore on the Centre stage of Medical world is the Christian Medical College
& Hospital.The outstanding performance of this district in contributing
to the Military service is commendable, as more and more men have enlisted themselves
to the Military service, to serve the nationa indomitable spirit and courage.
The clock tower in the long bazaar, Vellore was built in 1928 A.D.. A stone
inscription in the building reads "VELLORE – FROM THIS VILLAGE 277
MEN WENT TO THE GREAT WAR 1914-18, OF THEM 14 GAVE UP THEIR LIVES" . This
is a recorded testimony to the Vellore and Military prowess of men of this area.
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