Kerala Tour Packages

Poonjar Palace

Poonjar Palace is one of Kottayam’s well known landmarks, a favored destination for art & history lovers and a reminder of Kottayam’s glorious legacy and past. Poonjar Palace has beautifully preserved the past which is now exhibited through the grand chandeliers, Nataraja sculptures and military equipments etc.

Although the exteriors of the palace is rather modest, it is when one enters in to the complex that one witness the fine frescos and paintings that adorn its interiors, walls and roofs. Most of these paintings depict incidents from ancient ‘Puran’. Showcasing exquisite royal collection of sculptures, lamps and antiques, palanquin, jewel boxes, engravings upon palm leaves, statues etc constitute the rich collection of articles on display.

The chief attraction however is the Chituvilakku (rock cut lamps)-the only of its kind laid out in a row which are regarded as rarest of rare in Kerala. A replica of Madurai’s famous Meenakshi temple exists near the site. Overall, Poonjar Palace is an ideal destination for observing the artistic brilliance of the bygone age, the opulence and the wonderful craftsmanship.

Poonjar Palace (How to reach)

By Rail: Kottayam railway station at 30 km is the nearest one

By Air: Cochin international airport at a distance of 80 km is the nearest one