Former names Kal Bangala Elevation 2240 m | Construction started 1822 | |
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Similar St Stephen's Church, Kamaraj Sagar Dam, Ooty Golf Course, Ooty Lake, Government Rose Garden | ||
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Stone House was the first bungalow constructed in Ooty (India). It was built by John Sullivan and was called Kal Bangala by the tribals (Kal means stone in Tamil). Today, it is the official residence of the Principal of the Government Arts College, Ooty. The tree in front of the bungalow is known as the Sullivan's oak.
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- Map of Stone House Stone House Area Thalayathimund Ooty Tamil Nadu 643002
- History
- References
Map of Stone House, Stone House Area, Thalayathimund, Ooty, Tamil Nadu 643002
History
John Sullivan started building Stonehouse in 1822. He acquired land from the Toda people at ₹1 (1.5¢ US) an acre.
References
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