Shakthan Thampuran Palace

Situated close to the famous Vadakkumnathan Temple in Thrissur, the Shakthan Thampuran Palace formerly known as Vadakkechira Kovilakam was renovated by Shakthan Thampuran in its present form. The palace, built in the Dutch and Kerala style of architecture, belongs to the few structures of this kind in Kerala. The main structure of the palace has a two-storeyed building and a traditional Kerala style Nalukettu. The interiors of the palace, because of its unique construction, offer comfortable and pleasant staying conditions irrespective of the prevailing weather conditions.

Spread over an area of six acres, the Shakthan Thampuran Palace offers a blend of traditional Kerala and Dutch style of architecture. It has amazing galleries and rooms, with a collection of excavated megalithic material of Kerala and other treasures, that tells the legacy of its residents. There are three tombs in the palace, including the tomb of Shakthan Thampuran and a flagpole dating back to 1827. The other well-preserved materials and galleries found here include ancient coins, royal bedroom, royal kitchen, utensils, weapons, bronzes, stamps, and many more.

Getting there
Nearest railway station: Thrissur Railway Station, about 3 km
Nearest airport: Cochin International Airport, about 53 km
Google map coordinates: G6J8+F9 Chembukkav, Thrissur, Kerala