Padmanabhapuram Palace - Discover India

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Padmanabhapuram Palace is an exquisite wooden palace, considered as the largest in all of Asia. It is located in Thuckalay near Kanyakumari district in southernmost Kerala.

The palace spread across 6.5 acres. The special attractions are the principal gateway.

Popularity Rating

★★★★★

Parking Difficulty : High

Walking Needed : For 100 meters

Time Needed : 2-3 Hours

Open Timings : 9.00 AM to 3:00 PM

Still Photography : Allowed

Video Photography : Allowed

Cooler Climate for most part of the year.

Carry Umbrella

Wear Comfortable Shoes

Wear Cotton Dress with pullovers

Carry Binoculars

Nearest Railway Station : Kodai Road Railway Station

Nearest Airport : Madurai Airport

Nearest National Highway : NH32

Nearest Landmark : Kodai Market

The palace is a perfect blend of artifacts of stone and wood.

The palace was constructed around 1601 CE by Iravi Varma Kulasekhara Perumal who ruled Venad between 1592 and 1609.

What are the special attractions ?

The special attractions are the principal gateway and the perfect blend of artifacts in stone and wood – fabulous floral carvings and black granite floor continue

Are there any official guides available ? audio tour ?

Yes..

Any special shows conducted in weekends ?

No.

How to reach here ?

The palace is 64 kilometers from Thiruvananthapuram. It

Are there parking facilities and any charges?

Yes.

What are the palace timings?

The palace is open from 9.00 AM to 12.30 PM and from 2.30 PM to 4.30 PM. It is closed on Mondays.