(Kerala )
Kuthiramalika Museum
Kuthiramalika Palace Museum, a classic specimen of Kerala Architecture is situated in 'Kuthiramalika'.
The palace, with its excellent carvings and amazing architectural designs, is by itself a slice of heritage. The museum has a wide range of exhibits representing the erstwhile state of Travancore.
The Kuthiramalika Palace was built by His Highness the Maharaja Swathi Thirunal Balarama Varma of Travancore. The Palace museum adorned with paintings and amusing collections of the erstwhile royal family. It is an example of Travancore style of architecture.
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Artifacts On Display
The Museum displays the paintings and various priceless collections of the royal family.
The Paintings and other curios offer a rare glimpse into the private lives of the members of the royal family. The first room of the palace houses 14 life-size figures depicting various scenes from the Kerala legends and Kathakali.
Magnificent ivory cots, thrones of kings, a musical tree that produces the eight 'swaras' when tapped, etc are a few of the attractions of the museum.
Prime Attractions of Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram)
Aaranmula Boat Race
The Aaranmula Boat Race is staged each year in the scenic village of Aaranmula in August/ September. This river carnival is part of the Aaranmula Temple festival.
Varkala Beach
Varkala is a sea side resort, as well as an important Hindu centre of pilgrimage. High cliffs with rich mineral springs rise majestically from the coastline. The 2,000 year old Janardana Swamy Temple and the Nature Centre are the two main attractions here.
| Location |
Near The Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Thiruvananthapuram |
| Distance |
Kollam (71 km)
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| STD Code |
0471 |
| Language |
Malayalam, Hindi & English |
| Climate / best Season/ Best Time To Visit |
Timings: except Monday from 8.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and from 3 to 5.30 p.m.
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| Entertainment |
paintings and various priceless collections of the royal family, Beach
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| How to Reach |
Air: The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, about 6 km.
Rail: The nearest railhead is Thiruvananthapuram central, about 1 km.
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