Iruttu Kadai (transl. ''Dark shop'') is an

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and

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shop located in Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu. It is known for "Iruttu Kadai Halwa", a type of Indian sweet

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made of wheat, sugar and ghee. The store has become a landmark for the city of Tirunelveli over the decades.

History

The halwa shop was established in 1900 and has remained unexpanded ever since. Nevertheless, the store has become a landmark for the city of Tirunelveli.

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in the Tamil movie Singapore Saloon talks about the story of Iruttu Kadai shop to

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and its history.

References

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