Padmanabhapuram Palace
Padmanabhapuram Palace
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Tuesday
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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podroznikzrodzinaj
Sapporo, Japan13 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
Beautiful palace that is very poorly managed. On busy days, like this long weekends, crowds overwhelm hallways. Staff has not developed any manner of staggering groups moving through the building. There no information beyond what you can find in Wikipedia. The staff on-site is unfriendly and uninformed. I would probably recommend going there with a guide can help one negotiate crowds and arcane shoe removing protocol, as well as provide good compendium of historic facts.
The disrepair, water leaks and other damage are disconcerting.
The disrepair, water leaks and other damage are disconcerting.
Written October 1, 2023
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NanjilsRobin
Marthandam, India73 contributions
Sep 2019
Kanyakumari has a number of attractions. But the most famous one is the Wooden Palace, an ancient palace with mesmerizing architecture at Padmanabhapuram. This palace indeed is a fine example of excellence of art and craftsmanship. The adjacent museum is good enough to give you some information regarding Tamil Culture of Kanyakumari district.
Written February 22, 2020
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skdel2016
National Capital Territory of Delhi, India280 contributions
Nov 2022
The place mainly carved with tick wood. You will feel it's a small palace at start , but gradually you enter and go inside its being bigger and bigger. Thin corridor's for safety, place for king , queen , grand quuen, english visitors, dance room, place fo feast , arms stores..... many more... Maximum part is made of wood and stones. a must visit place.
Written December 5, 2022
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Anand G
Kochi (Cochin), India2,074 contributions
Mar 2022
The palace is maintained extremely well and the guides there are friendly, knowledgeable and well groomed. A sli8ce of the history of Travancore, one of the greatest kingdoms in South Asia can be understood by an interested visitor. The museum attached to this is a WIP and once completed, that would add value.
Written March 31, 2022
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Baarish
Mumbai, India582 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
This wooden mansion is unique but doesn’t live up to its name of palace.
It’s quite plain.
A few rooms look dramatic due to the light filtering through the wooden slats.
Visit only if you are passing through this area
It’s quite plain.
A few rooms look dramatic due to the light filtering through the wooden slats.
Visit only if you are passing through this area
Written January 30, 2023
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Dwightcr
Chapin, SC1,068 contributions
Jan 2020
Padmanabhapuram is the former capital city of an ancient Hindu Kingdom. THe wooden palace survived since the early 1600's. Impressive corridors, hallways, rooms and more. Unesco World Heritage Site - need I say more! Come with a guide to better understand the history and function of this palace.
Written February 4, 2020
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Vinith Vijayan
Thane, India122 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
This palace is very familiar with south Indian as many film shootings of Malayalam films have been shot here. It houses antique artifacts showing the rich culture and history of the era. The walls of the Palace has intricate wooden detailing which is a trademark of the traditional architecture of Kerala. Though located in Tamil Nadu it is very much a part of Kerala and the property belongs to Kerala Government
Written January 8, 2024
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Venkataraman R
Chennai (Madras), India241 contributions
May 2022
Very big palace of Travancore dynasty. It was the original palace till 1790. Later, it became winter palace. The palace is so big with so many things to see. It takes us to generation 300 years back. Very beautiful and well maintained palace. Must visit. there is also nearby museum which holds the items of the bygone era. thoroughly enjoyed the visit.
Written May 25, 2022
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Manoj
Thiruvalla, India60 contributions
Sep 2023 • Family
Padmanabhapuram, a small town in Kanyakumari District claims an important place in history, for it was once a thriving capital of the powerful Venad kingdom that ruled over the southern regions of the present Kerala state.
Wooden structures with exceptional arcitectural style!
Manimeda, Navarathri Mandapam, Uppirikka Malika, Homappura, oottupura, lakshmi Vilasam,Ayudhappura and Ambari Mukappu all are very impressive.
Really felt Royal !!!
Wooden structures with exceptional arcitectural style!
Manimeda, Navarathri Mandapam, Uppirikka Malika, Homappura, oottupura, lakshmi Vilasam,Ayudhappura and Ambari Mukappu all are very impressive.
Really felt Royal !!!
Written October 23, 2023
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Ann
Marietta, GA195 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
It was sad to visit this historic site that has so much to offer to tourists & see very poor upkeep & signage. I would not recommend it to people visiting internationally. It’s rich in architecture & history and yet there is barely any information printed out and posted for visitors to understand the architecture & how the spaces were used. The volunteers there give you a basic introduction to each room “this is the dining hall” or “this is the ladies waiting room” but that’s about it. Most of the directional signage is broken. Many areas are closed off with sad broken, mismatched, uneven barriers. It’s hard to get a good photo of many areas (the dance hall is a great example of this) because of these barricades, garbage, old furniture, broken rails, electrical wires, exposed power panels & tiles/debris shoved in many corners. See pics. I’m sure the government of Kerala can do better.
Right from the entrance gate, water fountains, to the room where you leave your shoes needs updating. India is so rich in culture so it’s always upsetting to see it maintained & presented in such a sad state.
Right from the entrance gate, water fountains, to the room where you leave your shoes needs updating. India is so rich in culture so it’s always upsetting to see it maintained & presented in such a sad state.
Written July 7, 2023
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Can we visit the Padmanaburam palace? What's the timing and entry fee?
Written March 21, 2022
Yes , 9:00 to 4:30 except Monday. Entry fee is around 50 rs now I guess...
Written March 23, 2022
How shall I reach from Kanyakumari railway station?
Written March 29, 2019
Two suggestions
1. Travel by train is very circuitous for this short distance place. You have to come to Nagercoil Junction; proceed to Vadaserry bus stand by an auto (Rs.130/-); get a bus to a place called 'Thuckalay' (20 - 30 mts drive); get an auto to Padmanabhapuram palace (just 2 KMs. Instead of this follow plan B
2. Plan B. From kanyakumari, there are buses to Trivandrum directly. Board the bus; Avail ticket to 'Thuckalay' (about 45 mts to 1 hr drive). Get down at Thuckalay and hire an auto (2 KMs only). This is very simple.
Written March 30, 2019
How much time does it take to go around the palace
Written October 26, 2018
You can visit any time in the day. darshan started from 3.30 AM. If you will reach there by 5 AM you will be free till 6.30 AM
Written January 24, 2017
1. Below 6 yrs no ticket is necessary and for school going children concessional rate is there. But don't forget to carry Identity proof.
2. Public Transport is available. But if you can read Tamil language then it will be advantage for you. After leaving Bus, you'll have to go to that palace by other vehicle.
3. Restaurant is just outside the Palace campus near car stand. You can find there fruits also.
Written August 28, 2015
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the Kerala Government is the competent authority to look after the palace, the rules and regulations shall modify in accordance with public/passengers most comfort and prevailing circumstances of the near by/surrounding places within the ambit of the Sri Padmanabha Swamy Palace, if still doubt please contact 4651 250 255, hope this answer is most suitable
Written August 28, 2015
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