Kuthira Malika Palace

If its unique example of craftsmanship you wish to see, then visit the Kuthira Malika Palace Museum that is the finest specimen of the Travancore architectural style in Kerala. The paintings housed here are priceless and belonged to the royal Travancore Family. The façade of this magnificent palace is carved out of granite, teak, marble and rosewood which lend it a very special look. Some noteworthy attractions that will leave you with your jaws dropped are the two thrones, one made of Bohemian crystal, and the other made out of tusks of elephants. 

About Palace Museum / Kuthira Malika

Trivandrum Central is merely 2 kilometers away from the Palace Museum which is nestled inside the palace of King Swathi Thirunal Rama Varma known as Kuthira Malika. Apart from housing a large collection of paintings by prominent artists, the museum also showcases an extensive collection of other priceless artefacts. One peep into the interiors of this palace will take you back to the golden period of Travancore. Translated as ‘Mansion of horses’, the palace is named so because of the 122 horses that are seen carved into the pillars supporting the roof of this colossal monument. 

Inside the intricately decorated palace, visitors can see artefacts such as wooden paintings, metal idols, antique jewelry of the royal family and armory. All these collections are housed at Kuthira Malika Museum. Apart from the palace and its museum, visitors also flock here to see the famous music festival known as SwathiSangeethotsavam. 

More About the Place

Rare architectural style

Coming to the palace is one of the topmost priorities in the minds of visitors touring Kerala because it’s a colossal building that showcases authentic Kerala styled architecture, and is a gem. Visitors are welcomed by the sight of 122 horses seen carved into the ornate pillars of the palace. With pillared passages and sloping roofs, the palace looks every bit elegant. According to history, the palace took the labour of 5000 Vishwabrahmins to construct. It took four years to complete the palace that contains 60 rooms in total. 

KuthiraMaliga Palace Museum

The museum is definitely one of the major places to visit in Trivandrum and pulls crowds that come here to see rarest of the rare collections used by the erstwhile royal family of Travancore. Highlighting features like wooden carvings, rare exhibits, outlined courtyards and ancient paintings are sure to leave you spellbound. So, if you are planning to go for the Trivandrum tour packages, just have a try to visit this beautiful place also.

For more information about the place you can refer the official website of Kuthira Maliga Palace 

What else?

Kuthira Malika Palace opening time

This palace opens from Tuesday till Sunday between 9.00 AM till 12.30 PM. Again, it opens at 2.00 PM till 4.45 PM. 

Kuthira Malika Palace Museum ticket fare

The entry fee to one of the best places to visit in Trivandrum is fixed at Rs. 50 for Indians, Rs. 15 for kids, Rs. 150 for foreigners including kids and Rs. 20 for the camera. 

How to reach

Distance in kilometers from - Trivandrum Central - 2 kilometers