About Poonjar Palace:
Poonjar Palace is a 600 years old Palace situated at Poonjar village near Kottayam. It is one of the popular places of heritage in Kerala, and among the most famous tourist places in Kottayam.
The Poonjar Palace in Meenachil taluk was built by Poonjar Rajas and is a glorious testimony to the regal opulence of a bygone era. The palace is entirely made out of wood, reflecting the traditional Kerala architecture. The palace is adorned with a fascinating collection of various types of furniture and antiques which includes grand chandeliers, jewelry boxes, statues, grain measurer, weapons, and palm leaf engravings. Tourists will also see a beautiful sculpture of Nataraja, a palanquin, and a thoni for Ayurvedic massages crafted out of a single piece of wood as part of Kottayam sightseeing packages.
The replica of the Madurai Meenakshi Temple nearby the Palace is another attraction. The walls of this temple have sculptures with warfare stories from the Puranas. However, the most fascinating thing here is the Chuttuvilakku (row of lamps) carved out on the stonewalls of the Sastha Temple nearby. But it is closed for visitors.
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Poonjar Palace is a beautiful palace boasting of elegance and opulence of the royal kingdom that it was once upon a time. Though not very well-maintained, it impresses with its intricate wooden carvings.Best Time to Visit: December, January, Winter, February, March, Spring, April, May, June, July, Summer, August, September, Autumn, October, November, Monsoon
Location: Panachippara, Poonjar,Kottayam, Kerala, India
How to Reach There:
Airport: Cochin International Airport
The nearest Airport Cochin International Airport . We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Cochin International Airport to Poonjar Palace is 84.3Kms
Railway Station: Kottayam Railway Station
The nearest Railway station Kottayam Railway Station . We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Kottayam Railway Station to Poonjar Palace is 42.5kms
Bus Stand: KSRTC Bus Station Kottayam
The nearest Bus Stand KSRTC Bus Station Kottayam We need to take an private vehicle the distance between KSRTC Bus Station Kottayam to Poonjar Palace is 43.2kms