Tuticorin, then a fishing port, was a part of the greater Tirunelveli
District. Tuticorin and the Tuticorin District as a whole, were part of
the Tirunelveli District until 1987.Thoothukudi is part of the and is known for its fishing and
shipbuildi industries.
Thoothukudi was the seat of Portuguese during 16th century, and the
Dutch occupied in 17th century. During 18th century the British
overpowered and occupied the town. Being a port town, the town received
attention from the rulers for improving their trade, and so it was
brought to Municipal status in 1866.
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