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.
VGP PAMBAN CITY
Situated in Salem – Chennai National Highways
(Attur Road)
