Pallippuram Fort
Situated on the northern fringe of the Vypeen Island, Pallippuram Fort was built in 1507 AD, by the Portugese. It is considered to be the first fort built in India by the Europeans. It witnessed several battles between the Portugese and the Dutch. The hexagonal-shaped fort has three storeys and is now a protected monument.
It is famous for the renowned Catholic Church at Pallippuram, which is an important pilgrim centre.