Located at 54 kms from Thiruvananthapuram in Tamil Nadus Kanyakumari district, the palace nestles at the foot of the Veli hills. Built during the 14th century it was called Darpakulangara, but later in the 18th century it was renovated and renamed as the Padmanabhapuram palace. A place of elaborate woodwork, it was the ancient seat of the Travancore rulers Anizham Thirunal Marthanda Varma till the capital was shifted to Thiruvananthapuram in 1780. It contains relics of historical and artistic value.
padmanabhapuram palace
Kaudiar Palace
This palace is the home of the late Maharaja Sree Chitra Thirunal Bala Rama Varma and his family. The view of the grand old building from the gate is excellent, but unfortunately it is off limits to the public. If you are lucky, you could probably walk a few steps inside to get a better view provided the gate keeper is friendly enough.
kaudiar palace
Anchuthengu Fort
This palace is the home of the late Maharaja Sree Chitra Thirunal Bala Rama Varma and his family. The view of the grand old building from the gate is excellent, but unfortunately it is off limits to the public. If you are lucky, you could probably walk a few steps inside to get a better view provided the gate keeper is friendly enough.
koyikkal palace
Koyikkal Palace
This palace is the home of Classified as a double storied ‘nalukettu’, Koyikkal Palace was the official residence of the of the rulers of the State of Travancore. This ancient palace, located 18 kms from Thiruvananthapuram on the way to Ponmudi hill station and the Kuttalam waterfalls, dates back to the 15th century.
