Sangam-age Harbour of ‘Korkai’ and ‘Azhagankulam’

The first stage of deep-sea excavation will be undertaken in the areas where the Sangam-age harbour of ‘Korkai’ and ‘Azhagankulam’ were located.

Korkai: India’s Pearl Port

  • Korkai is a small village in the Srivaikuntamtaluk of Thoothukudi district in Tamil Nadu.
  • It is situated about 3 km north of the Thamirabarani River and about 6 km from the shore of Bay of Bengal.
  • Korkai was the capital, principal center of trade and important port of the Early Pandyan Kingdom.
  • At that time, it was located on the banks of the Tamiraparani River and at the sea coast, forming a natural harbour.
  • In ancient times, Korkai ....
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