For the history buffs and experience seekers I have a place in mind in Trivandrum, The Anjengo Fort. Anchuthengu, formerly known as Anjengo, is a place situated about 12 km from Varkala en route to Kadakkavur. It is another coastal town in Trivandrum district and is known as an old colonial settlement. The island is very small in area, sandwiched between the sea and backwaters, but it has high relevance in the history of India, with various colonial powers. The Portuguese, Dutch and the English tried to occupy the place. The major landmark at Anchuthengu is Anjengo Fort, which is situated between the sea and backwaters.  Travelers can also see some ancient tombstones and a garden on the fort premises. Preserved under the National Heritage monuments, the fort was constructed in 17th century. Where did the name come ? Anchuthengu, literally means five coconut trees, and as the name indicates the whole land is cultivated with coconut trees. Some historians are of the view that the name was derived from Anjingal, which was the original …