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Anirudh Moorthy
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    You might also want to check out the old stone washed wall cluster that still marks the original village layout. It’s a quiet spot that locals use for small gatherings and gives a clear sense of how the early settlers organized their homes. 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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