Krishnapuram Palace

It's closed between 1pm to 2pm (Lunch Break). We reached there at 1.10pm and had to wait 50 minutes to get entered.

The Krishnapuram Palace is a palace and museum located in Kayamkulam near Alappuzha in Alappuzha district, Kerala in southwestern India. It was built in the 18th century by Anizham Thirunal Marthanda Varma, the Travancore kingdom. It is built in the architectural style of Kerala

Entry pass will be 25₹
For photography additional 20₹

This palace is just within a km distance from national highway between kayamkulam and ochira at Krishnapuram, this palace is just a miniature of the Padmanabhapuram palace at thakkala. The mural painting here is the largest one in the country, Monday is holiday here, staffs are really helpful and this place is well maintained

Beautiful place to view. Go with your entire family. There is many old objects. Interesting!

The palace now houses a museum that displays various artifacts and exhibits showcasing the cultural and historical heritage of Kerala. The museum includes antique furniture, weapons, coins, sculptures, traditional Kerala art forms, and artifacts from the region's history.

The palace is set amidst expansive and well-maintained grounds with lush greenery. The surrounding gardens offer a serene atmosphere for visitors to relax and enjoy the beauty of the surroundings.
Visiting Krishnapuram Palace provides an opportunity to appreciate the rich history and cultural heritage of Kerala. The palace offers insights into the lifestyle, art, and architecture of the bygone era.

Monday is a holiday.
Nice, calm and mind relaxing place. There's a small museum. I felt so sad by seeing the Palace pond cuz it's not even properly maintained. There are antique pottery and kitchen materials kept unattended and cleaned. Apart from that it's a wonderful place to hang with family.

Historically important place, we’ve visited afternoon, not so crowded. It’s kind of museum than the original palace, different historic artifacts and things which collected from different places are shown here. Nice place to visit.

Gajendra Moksham Mural Painting and Kayamkulam Sword.these are the most important attractions.
Don't miss it.

Krishnapuram palace itself is a site museum as it acclaims an age-old tradition and antiquity. An Archaeological Museum is functioning inside this palace. Antique objects excavated by the Department of Archaeology and the exhibits brought about from the other regions are also housed in this museum. The idols and vessels made of bronze collected from Annamalanatharu temple, Thodupuzha, Idukki district are the auspicious exhibits there. Images made of bronze and wood; potteries excavated from different sites, traditional weighing apparatus, stone sculptures, swords, coins etc.exhibited there are noteworthy. Krishnapuram Palace is a traditional Pathinarukettu with 22 rooms and four Nadumittams, the courtyard at the centre of the traditional houses of Kerala. This two storeyed edifice comprises of the Poomukham, Kovenithalam, Neerazhikettu, Nellara, Madappally (Kitchen), compound wall and the Padippura, the traditional gateway. The Poomukham, Kovenithalam, Neerazhikettu, Nellara, Madappally (Kitchen), are located on the ground floor. The Manthrasala, guest room, and other bedrooms are on the first floor. The drainage system using stone pipes, the wooden works and elegantly designed ceilings of the palace deserve special mention.

The most historical monument situated in kayamkulam. The way they preserve it needs an appreciation and keep going the good works. The ambience created brings peace of mind and a positive vibe. This place is worth to visit and see. Thank you

The place give information about historical moments and historical objects a place visit with family and friends

Beautiful place. Cool ambience. Good place for reading, writing or spending time with friends and family.
My request to visitors is don't litter the place with plastic cover and lays chips etc. Dusbins are kept, kindly use those after eating.

You dont have a lot of things to see, but whatever you see can be felt. There are no barricades between you and history

Great experience, i have gone there with my friends we had a lot of fun. You can learn a lot of history from there and also the construction of the building is so great. They have displayed such things as swords, coins, etc. Entry ticket for an adult is 25 rs. Special fee for taking pictures using phone. There's lot of place takibg pictures.a good place to go with your family and friends especially for children there is a lot of things for the children to see and study. They have a pond but can't get in it. It's a great place, you can get a lot of informations from there.
Go & Enjoy.

The Palace has a good collection of antiques and statues.
Not as Beautiful as the Padmanabhapuram Palace but a one time visit would be worthy when you visit Kollam.
Calm place to spend some time.
Entry Fee: Rs. 25 per head
For mobile cameras: Rs. 20

The Krishnapuram Palace was built in the 18th century by, the travancore kingdom. It is situated near Kayamkulam in Alappuzha. Do not visit the Palace in Monday, because it's holiday.

It is an awesome Small palace to explore and relax.

It is better to go at 10 AM at that time the rush is less and we can explore full Palace.

I have made a full video on Palace in my YouTube channel Navigator.

ദേശീയപാതയിൽ ഓച്ചിറ ക്കും കായംകുളത്തിനും ഇടയിലാണ് കൃഷ്ണപുരം കൊട്ടാരം സ്ഥിതി ചെയ്യുന്നത് മെയിൻ റോഡിൽ നിന്നും ഒരു കിലോമീറ്ററോളം ഉള്ളിലായാണ് കൊട്ടാരവും അതിനോട് ചേർന്നുള്ള വിശാലമായ കുളവും സ്ഥിതിചെയ്യുന്നത് വലിയ വാഹനങ്ങൾക്ക് പാർക്കിംഗ് അല്പം ബുദ്ധിമുട്ടാണ് പ്രവേശന ഫീസ് മാത്രമേ അകത്ത് പ്രവേശിക്കാൻ കഴിയുകയുള്ളൂ പക്ഷേ കൊട്ടാരം മുഴുവൻ നടന്നു കാണുന്നതിനും അത് ഭംഗിയായി ചെയ്തിരിക്കുന്നു പാർക്കിലൂടെ നടക്കുന്നതിനും ഒക്കെ ഉള്ള സൗകര്യം ഇവിടെ ലഭിക്കും ഫോട്ടോ എടുക്കുന്നതിന് പ്രത്യേകം ഫീസ് അടയ്ക്കേണ്ടതാണ് ഇതിനടുത്തു തന്നെയാണ് കാർട്ടൂൺ മ്യൂസിയം സ്ഥിതിചെയ്യുന്നത് കൂടാതെ തെങ്ങ് ഗവേഷണ കേന്ദ്രവും ഇതിനടുത്തായി സ്ഥിതിചെയ്യുന്നുണ്ട്

The Krishnapuram Palace is a palace and museum located in Kayamkulam near Alappuzha in Alappuzha district,  Kerala in southwestern India. It was built in the 18th century by Anizham Thirunal Marthanda Varma  (1729–1758 AD), the Travancorekingdom. It is built in the architectural style of Kerala with gabled roof, narrow corridor and dormer windows, near the Krishnaswamy Temple at Krishnapuram.

One good place for pre marriage shoots. There's cameras everywhere. So security is paramount. Dear couple, note the last point. Thanks?

Good journey.enjoyed a lot. There is a fees for taking photos. Many tourists are visiting this place. Its a museum. When you visit this place you get to know the culture of kerala

The Krishnapuram Palace is maintained by the Archaeological Department of Kerala and contains a variety of exhibits that once belonged to the Palace and its former occupant. A major attraction of this place is that it houses is one of the biggest mural paintings that can be found in all of Kerala. Known as the 'Gajendra Moksha', this mural painting covers an area of around 53 square feet and has a rich historical value attached to it. The double-edged sword Kayamkulam Vaal can also be found here.

The Krishnapuram Palace is a palace and museum located in Kayamkulam near Alappuzha in Alappuzha district,  Kerala in southwestern India. It was built in the 18th century by Anizham Thirunal Marthanda Varma  (1729–1758 AD), the Travancorekingdom. It is built in the architectural style of Kerala with gabled roof, narrow corridor and dormer windows, near the Krishnaswamy Temple at Krishnapuram. World's famous painting gajendra moksham is the major attraction in here

It is a small place but if one uses the friendly guide available at the place, even the 30 minutes one spends there is useful for people interested in history. The attraction is the Gajendra Moksha painting but equally, the style of construction, the techniques used and lifestyle of the king is engaging to hear. And they have also collected a few artifacts from other places which the guide will explain well. Me and my family enjoyed their hour spent there.

It's a small museum with very lovely view. It helps us understand the old ways of kings. They also have a nice coin collection.

Krishna Puram palace is one of the main attraction of tourists to Alappuzha. Its located near to Kayamkulam. Its a small and old palace for kings of Travancore to take rest at night. The place is now under the control of Kerala state archaeological department. They are now maintaining it to attract more people to the palace.it's also famous for the large pond in the back side of the complex. People around here said that there is an underground passage runs through the bottom of the pond to escape The maharajas of Travancore from enemies if needed.the old type of Gajendra moksham painting is also seen in the palace. Old type of coins and other materials exhibited here to get better understanding for the visitors about the past of Kerala.

The Krishnapuram Palace is a palace and museum located in Kayamkulam near Alappuzha in Alappuzha district, Kerala in southwestern India. It was built in the 18th century by Anizham Thirunal Marthanda Varma (1729–1758 AD), the Travancore kingdom. It is built in the architectural style of Kerala with gabled roof, narrow corridor and dormer windows, near the Krishnaswamy Temple at Krishnapuram
The palace is maintained by the Kerala State Department of Archaeology and contains exhibits that belonged to the Palace and its former occupant, the Travancore Maharaja Marthanda Varma. It is also famous for a large pond within the palace complex. It is also said that an underground escape route runs from the bottom of the pond as a possible escape route from enemies.

The palace is maintained by the Kerala State Department of Archaeology and contains exhibits that belonged to the Palace and its former occupant, the Travancore Maharaja Marthanda Varma. It is also famous for a large pond within the palace complex. It is also said that an underground escape route runs from the bottom of the pond as a possible escape route from enemies.

Among the many Kerala-style paintings seen in the palace, a distinctly placed mural painting is titled "Gajendra Moksham" of 154 square feet (14.3 m2) size, which is said to be the largest such find in Kerala. It is placed on the western end of the ground floor of the palace.

The double edged Kayamkulam Vaal (sword) is also on display here. The palace houses, in its courtyard, one of the four statues of Buddha found in Alappuzha District. Among the many Kerala-style paintings seen in the palace, a distinctly placed mural painting is titled "Gajendra Moksham" of 154 square feet (14.3 m2) size, which is said to be the largest such find in Kerala. It is placed on the western end of the ground floor of the palace.

The double edged Kayamkulam Vaal (sword) is also on display here. The palace houses, in its courtyard, one of the four statues of Buddha found in Alappuzha District.
The Krishnapuram Palace named after the Krishnaswamy Temple at Krishnapuram, a serene village, is situated about 2 kilometres (1.2 mi) south of Kayamkulam town. It is situated on the top of a small hillock encircled by terraced garden with fountains, ponds and lawns. Its location is to the left of the National Highway 47 (India) (NH 47) between Ochira and Kayamkulam in the Alapuzha District. It is 47 kilometres (29 mi) away from Allepey (Alappuzha district) on the way to Kollam.
The Krishnapuram Palace, as one of the finest and rarest examples of a typical Keralite-style architecture, known in the local language as Pathinarukettu, is complete with gabled roofs, narrow corridors and dormer windows. It is a miniature replica of Padmanabhapuram Palace, which was the headquarters of Travancore Rajas.

The palace complex originally encompassed a total land area of 56 acres (23 ha). However, over the years, as the monarchic rule ended, the palace was completely neglected and fell to disuse, and was dilapidated. Many of the buildings surrounding the main palace of the Maharaja got demolished or destroyed and the palace complex got reduced to a mere 2.55 acres (1.03 ha) enclosed within a 10 feet (3.0 m) high compound wall. The main palace, which was run down, was rebuilt to its original state as a three storied monument by the Archaeological Department of Kerala in the 1950s. The rare documents and artefacts which were kept at other locations were brought back, restored and eventually exhibited in the palace that has been converted into a Museum.

Its a must visit place for those who love History. Krishnapuram palace is well maintained by kerala govt. Very friendly staff to guide the visitors. Various antiques from different ers are on excibition. We can explore a "16 kett" traditional kerala palace. Gajendramoksham wall painting is famous attraction. Budha statue in the compound and pond is another eye catching spots.
Very calm and quite place in the Heart of Alapuzha district. Adult 1 Entry fee is 20 (as of 2018) which is very cheap considering the knoweledge and historical values this place can provide us. Although parking space is very less and we need to keep footwears out in the open also makes difficulties for visitors especislly from long distances.
Altogether its a wonderfull experience and suggested for: All age catogery but iff you love History.

30mins hangout. Its good. Good for photo shoots. Post and pre wedding. Those who love history and archeological stuff. May get a small excitement. Ticket charge is 25per head seems