Krishnapuram Palace, Kayamkulam

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Krishnapuram Palace is a historic place for site seeing and research .The palace is said to be the Miniature of Padhmanabhapuram Palace.This was not the palace of Kayamkulam Kingdom.But was built by Marthadavarma after his succesful occupation of Odanadu[Kayamkulam Kingdom] Adjacent to this palace where a township, several temples, places to train the kayakulam king's soldiers etc. Kayamkulam king ruled his kingdom keeping capital [Palace] at Koikkapadi Near Eruva until he was defeated by King Marthanda Verma of Travancore. Verma tried several unsuccessful attempts to capture the kingdom, however, the powerful kayamulam King defeated them all. In the end, Verma used Ramayyan to find out the secret of the strength of Kayamkulam King and find out that it is because of kings Sreechakram worshipping at Ramapuram Bhagavathi Temple.His divan Ramayyan through a betrayal stolen Sreechakrom from the temple and left kayamkulam and by next war they had defeated Kayamkulam Soldiers . Kayamkulam king fled to Mankuzhi (near Kattachira, five kilometers from Kayamkulam town toward east) where he took shelter in a temple. Exact records are unknown on the location. However, the temple is said to be Nilackal Bhagavathi Temple. He left his weapons and disappeared as a common man. Old sayings state that his lineage still survives around this old temple. Another theory suggests that he donated all his land to a Nair or Brahmin in Mankuzhi and then Verma's soldiers caught the king before beheading him. As a wonderful piece of historical and architectural elegance, the Kayamkulam palace still stands and attracts many visitors.

Krishnapuram Palace is located 47 km away from Alappuzha in Kerala. Built in the 18th century by Marthanda Varma, Krishnapuram Palace illustrates the unique architecture of Kerala. Travel to Krishnapuram Palace on your Kerala holiday that houses the largest mural panels of the state.

This two-storied Krishnapuram Palace was once the residence of the Maharajas/rulers of Kayamkulam kingdom. This palace features narrow corridors, saddled roofs and dormer windows. This palace is under the supervision of Archaeology department and is one of the brilliant Kerala highlights. Krishnapuram Palace has been restored as a heritage building and is visited by several tourists.

Take a tour to Krishnapuram Palace Kerala and get drenched in the rich historical charm of the region. Glimpse at the 49 sq.m. long mural painting, Gajendra Moksham. This wall painting is based on the mythological theme showcasing an elephant revering Lord Vishnu. It is said that Kayamkulam rulers were utmost devotees of Lord Vishnu. Other striking features of the Krishnapuram Palace are the manicured garden with a variety of exotic flowers and Buddha Mandapam. Also see the rich collection of paintings, oil lamps and bronze sculptures.

The nearest railway station is just 3 km away at Kayamkulam. The nearest airports are Trivandrum International Airport (103 km) and Cochin International Airport (132 km).

A must see if you are visiting this area.
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Coordinates:   9°9'1"N   76°30'30"E

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  • Krishnapuram Palace Krishnapuram Palace is located 47 km away from Alappuzha in Kerala. Built in the 18th century by Marthanda Varma, Krishnapuram Palace illustrates the unique architecture of Kerala. Travel to Krishnapuram Palace on your Kerala holiday that houses the largest mural panels of the state. This two-storied Krishnapuram Palace was once the residence of the Maharajas/rulers of Kayamkulam kingdom. This palace features narrow corridors, saddled roofs and dormer windows. This palace is under the supervision of Archaeology department and is one of the brilliant Kerala highlights. Krishnapuram Palace has been restored as a heritage building and is visited by several tourists. Take a tour to Krishnapuram Palace Kerala and get drenched in the rich historical charm of the region. Glimpse at the 49 sq.m. long mural painting, Gajendra Moksham. This wall painting is based on the mythological theme showcasing an elephant revering Lord Vishnu. It is said that Kayamkulam rulers were utmost devotees of Lord Vishnu. Other striking features of the Krishnapuram Palace are the manicured garden with a variety of exotic flowers and Buddha Mandapam. Also see the rich collection of paintings, oil lamps and bronze sculptures. The nearest railway station is just 3 km away at Kayamkulam. The nearest airports are Trivandrum International Airport (103 km) and Cochin International Airport (132 km).
  • Its wrong. Kayamkulam Kingdom Worship god is Kandiyoor Mattom Mahathevar[Shiva] and Odanadu Kingdom Godess was Sree Ramapurathamma.The then ruler,who made the shif from kandiyoor to Kayamkulam were Loar Krishna Worshipper.
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