Kuthira Maliga Palace Museum

Kuthiramalika Palace Museum or Puthenmalika Palace Museum was built by Swathi Thirunal Rama Varma in 18th century is located a few yards away from the eastern entrance of Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple. The palace got its name from the figures of 122 horses carved in teak wood in a unique pattern that support the southern roof.

It’s a large complex of royal buildings was left unoccupied for more than a century, following the demise of Maharaja Swathi Thirunal in 1847. Now just 20 rooms of palace are opened for public as museum. All the rooms have different types of ceilings, carved in wood, small beautiful floral decorations are made along the upper edges of the walls. The roof of the palace on the ground floor is supported by granite pillars and the floor of the palace is made of egg whites, black charcoal of coconut shell and slaked lime, which make it cool and smooth even in hot summer.
The exhibits of the museum constitutes mainly wooden Kathakali figures, Portraits of the Travancore royalties, Paintings (by Raja Ravi Varma and other renowned artists) Dozens of Swords, daggers, darts, knives, spears, weapons made of horns of antelopes with metal tips, shield made of rhinoceros skin, Ivory throne of Swathi Thirunal, Crystal-glass throne of Visakom Thirunal (gift received from Czekoslovakia), Bronze sculptures of Chola styles which belongs to 10th to 14th century AD. Idols of Krishna, Rama and Anjaneya. Very rare Wooden/ marble/ stone sculptures of different styles and period, made in various parts of our country and ivory cradles, large number of non-Indian exhibits are also included in the fabulous collections.
Kuthiramalika palace also has a unique Navarathri Mandapam in front of the palace, which hosts many concerts, and other important events. Makers of the palace - Maharaja Swathi Thirunal Balarama Varma was the King of Travancore, who happens to be a great poet, musician, social reformer, and statesman. The palace has a unique architecture with wood carvings, a typical Travancore style of architecture. In the palace, there's a museum which displays paintings and various priceless collections of the royal family.

The Kuthirika Malika Palace, situated near the Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram, showcases beautiful traditional Kerala-style architecture, reflecting the grandeur of the royal era. The palace is known for its vast expanse, providing visitors with ample space to explore. If you find yourself in Kerala, a visit to this regal palace is highly recommended. The palace roof is creatively carved into a horse face, inspiring its name "Kuthirika Malika."

The palace boasts stunning Kerala-style architecture, showcasing intricate wooden carvings, ornate ceilings, and exquisite frescoes that highlight the opulence of the Travancore rulers. The entry ticket is priced at Rs70 per person for Indian nationals and Rs200 for foreigners. This fee includes a guided tour of the palace. Additionally, there is an art gallery within the palace premises, requiring an additional Rs30 per person for entry. Visitors can buy tickets on the spot. While the palace comprises 80 rooms, only 25 rooms are accessible to visitors. It's important to note that photography inside the palace is not allowed. Also, no chappals are allowed inside. There is a separate place to keep them safely with a nominal charge. It takes about 2 hours to see, the palace will be closed by 5:30 p.m ensure you are there by 3 p.m. The place is open from 9.00 am

Kuthirika Malika palace. Beautiful, traditional Kerala-style architecture of this royal palace. Huge place to walk around. Highly recommend visiting this, if you are in Kerala.

Entry ticket is Rs70/person (rs 200 for foreigners) and includes a guided tour. Palace has 80 rooms, but only 25 rooms available for visitors to see. Tickets can be bought on the spot. Photography inside the palace is not allowed

There is also an art gallery, which is another Rs30/person. There is a small cafe serving tea and coffee

Beautiful Nearer to 200 Year old palace and museum well maintained by Raja Family. Its in Padmanabhaswamy temple corridor only and one must go during temple visit. They will charge 50 rs for outdoor photography and 500 for indoor and outdoor is worth of money.

For History lovers, that is a must Visit place.
Very Big place,
Sooooo many rooms and halls, artifacts.
It was totally worth the visit, the scenic location, roaming around throughout the property was beautiful and picturesque.

A must visit museum in Trivandrum. Very near to padmanabha Swami temple. Cost of one ticket is 70- for the museum and 30- for art gallery. Guide service is provided free of cost. Its name comes from the smiling horses on the sides of the palace. It has many artefacts like weapons, utensils, etc. it's a 200yr old palace of Maharajas of Travancore. Only 20 out of 80 rooms are open to public. I couldn't take photos inside the museum as it's costing rs.500 and I was running out of time

This is located in the east Noida on the way of the alley leading to the temple. In total one has to buy a ticket for ₹100. This will allow into this main museum along with a smaller museum after this. The royal family of Travancore has many artefacts kept in this place which was used as residential as well as a guesthouse back in the days. Once you buy ticket to this, you will be grouped and there will be one person who will guide you alongside. Please be mindful that photography inside strictly prohibited. One can however, have mobile photography done by taking an extra ticket of ₹50. The tour itself inside is very insightful and offers great learning into the lifestyle of the royal family. This is highly recommended for people who visit the temple to take two hours out and also take a tour of this museum

Kuthira Malika, also known as Puthen Malika, is a palace located near the Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. Built by Maharaja Swathi Thirunal Balarama Varma in the 19th century, it is known for its distinctive horse-shaped architecture, which gives it the name "Kuthira Malika," meaning "Palace of Horses." The palace has a collection of exquisite artifacts, including paintings, sculptures, and royal artifacts, providing a glimpse into the history and culture of the Travancore royal family.

Kuthiramalika, is a stunning historical palace in Trivandrum, Kerala. Its intricate architecture, featuring traditional Kerala design elements, is a true testament to the region's rich cultural heritage. The beautifully carved wooden horses that adorn the exterior walls give the palace its unique name, meaning "palace of horses."

Walking through the corridors of Kuthiramalika is like stepping back in time. The palace houses a rich collection of artifacts, paintings, and royal memorabilia, providing visitors with a glimpse into the lives of the Travancore rulers. The attention to detail in the wooden carvings, ornate ceilings, and exquisite frescoes is truly remarkable.

The palace's serene courtyard and lush gardens offer a tranquil escape from the bustling city. The guided tours are informative and offer insights into the history and significance of each room and artifact. Whether you're an architecture enthusiast, a history buff, or simply looking for a cultural experience, Kuthiramalika is a must-visit destination in Trivandrum. Just make sure to check the visiting hours and any entry requirements before planning your trip.

Build by Swathi Thirunal Rama Varma near Padmanabhaswami temple,TVM. Photo sections are not allowed inside but there are lots of arts work on the ceiling and many things to see as the king and family used.

Very beautiful place,they stored old historical equipment,things ,clothes used by kings.
So cool and calm.
They is entry ticket for this museum
Inside the museum, person is there to explain about things used by kings.
Actually they don't know English much
Explained in Malayalam little bit difficult to understand for us.
Other than everything is mesmerizing to see.

Best place to visit. You can find the original stuffed elephant face . Many pictures of the royal members.

Even though all rooms are not open to public, it is still the best palace open to public.
Lot of precious collection, ivory, wonderful architecture, Chinese gifts, Belgium crystal lamps etc.
It is still under a trust and not under the government.
Entry fee is there and in addition, special charge of Rs 20 should be also given for photography outside.
Free guide is available.

The palace is turned into a museum. This shows the lifestyle of the kings. Precious articles made in sandal, ivory, bronze are on display.
The roof is made in red sandal wood in different patterns.
The place is quite tough in the heart of the city. Lush green gardens outside the palace.
A guide will accompany the visitors in groups and explain.
Tickets for palace museum is Rs 70.00.

Very beautiful museum just next to temple, entrance is exactly opposite to cloak room and can be missed. Will recommend to visit if visiting temple. It is basically royal palace of Raja Varma converted to museum. It houses gifts and highly unique royal objects like porcelain jars, paintings, weapons, pooja items. The staff provides tour and explains very well about significance of each section.

Entrance just beaide the east temple nada.
Interesting guided tour & interesting collections and beautiful wooden interiors
Ticket prive-70Rs
50Rs for photo taking outdoors( no photography allowed inside)

A beautiful and well maintained palace. Very quiet inside. Nice historical place with great classic artworks and architecture.

It's a great museum. It's has some of interesting items on display used by the kings. There are some items gifted by other countries to the kings as well which are on display. Overall it's a very interesting place to visit and would recommend anyone who wants to explore Trivandrum.

Great place to walk through the history of Travancore. I personally enjoyed the photo gallery.

Kuthira Malika and adjacent chitralayam is worth paying a visit.. we can find all travancore maharaja family related things here.. no mobile inside.. outside you can take pics (ticket)..