Mattanchery Palace in Kochi,Kerala


Read this article to know about the historic mattanchery Palace in kochi,kerala.


Mattanchery Palace is one among the most widely visited tourist places in Kerala coming under the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. This spectacular palace, well known as Dutch palace lies in Kochi. Amazing sculptures and mural paintings depicted on walls of Mattanchery Palace presents a real feast for visitors eyes. These ancient mural paintings represents the pictures of Kochi Rajas, temple arts and portraits. Studies says that this historic building was constructed by Portuguese and was presented as a gift to the famous ruler Veera Kerala Varma.


Historical and spellbinding mural paintings depicted on the walls of Mattanchery Palace attract thousands of visitors to this scenic spot. Fabulous architecture of Mattancheri Palace was constructed in ancient Nalukettu style depicting the great Kerala style of architecture. This royal palace beholding a courtyard in the middle owns a temple dedicated to Pazhayannur Bhagavathi. Palace also beholds two more temples dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva on its either sides. Today, Mattanchery Palace is a centrally protected monument and preserved by Archaeological Survey of India. Royal umbrellas, ivory palanquin and ceremonial dresses used by royalty are other attractions seen inside Mattanchery Palace.


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