About Krishnapuram Palace Museum:
The Krishnapuram Palace, built in the 18th century, now functions as a museum. Constructed in typical Kerala-style architecture, it has the largest mural painting in Kerala. Also, this palace museum at Krishnapuram houses the famous Kayamkulam double-edged sword. A double-edged sword known as Kayamkulam Vaal, a Sanskrit Bible, bronze statues, an antique Buddha of the 10th century, stone inscriptions, megalithic specimens, Pancha-loha (a combination of five metals) figurines, magnificent oil lamps, and ceremonial utensils are some of the other exhibits here.
At the time when the building was occupied by the royal family, it was a large complex consisting of many units. However, most of the smaller units were later lost and now only the main structure has survived. This portion, that was modified and is now looked after by the Kerala State Department of Archaeology, is a three-storey building and houses heirlooms of the royal family and other objects of historical interest. The restored building has retained most of the palace’s original architectural style.
A major attraction in the palace interior is the 9.8’ high mural depicting the story of Gajendra-moksham, a famous story from mythology in which Lord Vishnu comes down to the earth to save an elephant who is his ardent devotee.
Krishnapuram Palace is open to visitors on every day except on Mondays.
Visiting hours: 0900 hrs to 1700 hrs
Entrance Fee
| Adult | Rs. 20.00 /- |
| Children (5-12 yrs) | Rs. 05.00 /- |
| Still Camera | Rs. 40.00 /- |
| Video Camera | Rs. 400 /- |
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A double-edged sword known as Kayamkulam Vaal, a Sanskrit Bible, bronze statues, an antique Buddha of the 10th century, stone inscriptions, megalithic specimens, Pancha-loha (a combination of five metals) figurines, magnificent oil lamps, and ceremonial utensils are some of the other exhibits here.Best Time to Visit: December, January, Winter, February, March, Spring, April, May, June, July, Summer, August, September, Autumn, October, November, Monsoon
Location: Kayamkulam, Kerala, India
How to Reach There:
Airport: Thiruvananthapuram International Airport
The nearest Airport Thiruvananthapuram International Airport . We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Thiruvananthapuram International Airport to Krishnapuram Palace Museum is 100.3 kms
Railway Station: Kayamkulam Juntion Railway station
The nearest Railway station Kayamkulam Juntion Railway station. We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Kayamkulam Juntion Railway station to Krishnapuram Palace Museum is 4.4kms
Bus Stand: KSRTC bus station Kayamkulam
The nearest Bus Stand is KSRTC bus station Kayamkulam. We need to take an private vehicle the distance between KSRTC bus station Kayamkulam to Krishnapuram Palace Museum is 2.7kms