Krishnapuram Palace

Krishnapuram Palace or Krishnapuram Kottaram is a historical palace and museum located at Krishnapuram near Kayamkulam in the Alappuzha district of Kerala. It was built in the 18th century by Anizham Thirunal Marthanda Varma, the king of Travancore. The palace is built in traditional Pathinarukettu Kerala-style architecture with gabled roofs, narrow corridors, thick-framed doors, and dormer windows. The rooms are built around four inner courtyards called Nadumuttams.

Krishnapuram Palace is known for its impressive mural of Gajendramoksham, one of the largest in the state, as well as its museum showcasing antique sculptures, paintings, and bronzes. While the palace’s age is uncertain, it underwent renovations in the 18th century and is presently safeguarded as a monument by the Archaeology Department.

The Entry fee and charges for visiting Krishnapuram Palace are as follows: Children: INR. 10, Adults: INR. 20, Camera: INR. 40, Mobile camera: INR. 20, Camcorder/video recorder: INR. 250. There are additional charges for professional video film recording or feature films that could cost more than INR 1500. Krishnapuram Palace is open on all days of the week except Mondays and public holidays. The timings of Krishnapuram Palace are 9:30 AM to 1 PM and 2 PM to 4:30 PM. There is no specified parking space but you can park your vehicle near the palace without paying a fee.

Krishnapuram Palace is located approximately 47 kilometers away from Alappuzha and is easily accessible by road, with connections for cabs, trains, and buses. The closest railway station is located 4.5 kilometers away in Kayamkulam. The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport located about 100 kilometers away.

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