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Aamir Srivastava
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    You might also want to visit the small shrine near the coconut grove locals say it dates back to the early 1900s and is often used for community gatherings. A short walk from there leads to a cluster of stone washed walls that show the original layout of the village. If you’re interested in a deeper dive, the cultural tour that stops at the handloom workshop also covers the history of the mosque’s architectural style. This can give you a fuller picture of how the Tamil settlers adapted to island life.

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