A Piece Of France In Kerala - Mahe

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tagore park mahe

While traveling with my friends during a field trip, I discovered Mahe, a former French colony in the northern region of Kerala.

Mahe is situated in the Kerala state of India's southwest coastline area. It is also frequently referred to as Mayyazhi. It has a history of French colonialism, which is still visible in its villages, including the buildings and the official residences. The great French Revolution is commemorated with the statue of Marianne, a French icon. The statue is situated in Mahe Town's renowned Tagore Park. Mahe is a highly well-kept town that draws a lot of visitors because of this. The stunning architecture, beaches, and other attractions draw people to this location. Overall, Mahe is an excellent location for vacation and leisure.

Alcohol Everywhere

Unfortunately, there isn't much left of the former splendor except for the police uniform with the "kepi" on top and the statue of Marianne, which the French erected in 1789 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution in a tiny park along the river.

As a result of its unfavorable image as a haven for cheap booze, the location has a humorous reputation throughout Kerala. Due to the relatively low taxation, the drink is widely accessible and fairly inexpensive compared to the rest of India. Numerous stores offering various alcoholic beverages line the street.

Mahe Beach

French Influence

A trip around the winding alleyways and colonial homes begin in the modest Tagore Park just on river Mahè, where the figure of Marianne sits. On the lovely walkway, dozens of fishermen are busily working with their nets, but you can still briefly picture yourself on the Seine. The Mahe Administration's main office is next door and features a French design. The tall flag staff, fort ruins, a lighthouse, and Thacholi Othenan's fort are nearby attractions to the headquarters building. Sadly, the beach has vanished due to the continuing development of a new fishing market.

The Catholic Church of St. Theresa of Avila, later rebuilt after being established in 1737 by missionaries, is another must-see attraction. It is regarded as one of Kerala's oldest churches. The saint's statue, according to legend, was on a ship that made a port in front of this coast. Many worshippers visit the shrine, especially during the festival in October.

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