Kuthiramalika Palace
Kerala, India
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- Water Reservoir,Temple
Overview
The name Kuthiramalika means the palace of horses , which is why the grand 122 wooden horses that welcome the visitors of this palace do full justice to its splendid name. Being alternatively known as Puthenmalika Palace Museum, the building is a grand two-storied structure located near the Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram. The palace was built by Swathi Thirunal Balarama Varma who had been the Maharaja of the Kingdom of Travancore during the British rule in India. The architecture incorporated in the building lets the beholders time travel back to the 1840s
Attractions
The Kuthiramalika Palace is key to exploring the glorious history of Kerala. The primary aim of building this palace was to promote as well as preserve the traditional art forms of Kerala. The various facets of the palace which together emanates charm around, are mostly described to the visitors by local guides who assist them. The renowned Kuthiramalika Museum that is located within the premises is a treasure trove of many prehistoric artefacts. The museum even features the ethnic jewels and ornaments which were worn by the queens. Besides, there are many paintings and carvings of huge value. The Swathi Sangeethotsavam is a grand event held at Kuthiramalika. This annual event which invites the prominent artists of classical music draws thousands of visitors.
The name Kuthiramalika means the palace of horses , which is why the grand 122 wooden horses that welcome the visitors of this palace do full justice to its splendid name. Being alternatively known as Puthenmalika Palace Museum, the building is a grand two-storied structure located near the Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram. The palace was built by Swathi Thirunal Balarama Varma who had been the Maharaja of the Kingdom of Travancore during the British rule in India. The architecture incorporated in the building lets the beholders time travel back to the 1840s
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