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Mangalam heritage at Nagapattinam by Benny Kuriakose

Mangalam heritage at Nagapattinam by Benny Kuriakose

Mangala Heritage home is perfect for a weekend getaway. The temple, along with the temple tank, around which the village is built, makes for a beautiful sight. The building itself is a restored, traditional Tamil style house with a very austere looking exterior which is in direct contrast with its cosy interiors.
Mangalam heritage at Nagapattinam by Benny Kuriakose

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Mangalam heritage at Nagapattinam by Benny Kuriakose

Mangala Heritage home is perfect for a weekend getaway. The temple, along with the temple tank, around which the village is built, makes for a beautiful sight. The building itself is a restored, traditional Tamil style house with a very austere looking exterior which is in direct contrast with its cosy interiors.

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Project Name: Mangalam Heritage
Location: Nagapattinam
Name of firm: Benny Kuriakose
Category: Hospitality
Project Status: Completed
Project Period: 18 months
Submission Type: Professional Submission

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