Mattancherry Palace, <em>Kochi</em>
Kochi

Mattancherry Palace, Kochi

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2,200/ Adult

About Mattancherry Palace

The Portuguese gave the palace as a gift to the Cochin Raja. The palace had the Dutch effect during the 17th century. Inside the palace, there are old paintings and objects that people used in their daily lives a long time ago. In the palace, you will see how the culture of Kerala was shaped by different influences. You can see protected paintings and royal rooms of the king’s family. You can also get knowledge about Kerala’s culture with the displays of old weapons, clothes, and daily used objects of kings. The exhibits in different areas provide a close look at how people used to live in Kerala. If you have an interest in history, architecture, and the past, Mattancherry Palace is a suitable place for you to learn about Kerala.

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Kochi Local Sightseeing Tour

Open - Last Admission: Open · 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Location: Kochi
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Monday10:00 – 17:00
Tuesday10:00 – 17:00
Wednesday10:00 – 17:00
Thursday10:00 – 17:00
FridayClosed
Saturday10:00 – 17:00
Sunday10:00 – 17:00
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Mattancherry Palace Highlights

• Travel back in time as you visit the famous Mattancherry Palace, built in 1555 by the Portuguese to serve as a gift to then-Cochin Raja and make it a starting point of historical heritage.
• Also known as the Dutch Palace, it provides important knowledge about Kerala's rich past with well-kept paintings and objects in various rooms and floors.
• See Kerala's classical architecture and the region’s special designs, including wooden edges, tilted roofs, and beautiful courtyards while roaming around in this famous palace.
• Step into the rooms where Cochin Maharajas used to live and get to know about the richness and simplicity of their lifestyles through the protected belongings in the palace.
• Marvel at the exhibits in the palace related to old weapons, clothes, and daily life objects of kings, and have a memorable cultural experience of Kerala.

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Point of Interest for Mattancherry Palace

See Wonderful Paintings

See Wonderful Paintings

Walk through the palace’s rooms and see old paintings telling the stories of kings and their daily lives. Each painting is like a storybook on the walls from which you can get to know about the rich past. In each room, you can see murals on the roofs, walls, and floors. These paintings make the history of Kerala feel real for visitors. 

Admire the Classical Designs

Admire the Classical Designs

 In the palace, you can admire the special Kerala-style design. There are wooden and sloping roofs and open courtyards. Take a moment and see each corner of the palace which was designed with care in 1555 C.E. The palace is a symbol of classical Kerala residence. It has four wings on every of its four sides and a courtyard in the middle. The simple yet beautiful designs are an example of the amazing craftsmanship of the past.

Notice Dutch Influence

Notice Dutch Influence

In Mattancherry Palace, you can notice the Dutch influence in the designs and interiors. Also, you can see it in the structure and setting of rooms. It can be said that the Dutch played an important role in shaping the palace. These effects are simple but beautiful which can be seen in the designs of walls and doors. Also, the palace has a blend of cultures where you can see the marks left by the Dutch. 

Cultural Artifacts

Cultural Artifacts

Stroll through the Mattancherry Palace and see the displays related to traditional clothes, weapons, and everyday items. The museum in the palace provides an idea about the old values of Kerala. From each object, you can learn how people dressed and used the tools in their daily lives. You can also get to know about the culture and values of Kerala in the 16th century. Walk in the museum and learn the stories of people who used to live in this lively region. 

Royal Rooms

Royal Rooms

Step into the royal rooms of Mattancherry Palace where Cochin Maharajas once used to live. In the rooms, you can see their beds, their thrones, and daily used things. By visiting the rooms, you can get an idea about the lives of the kings, the richness, and the simplicity. There is a beautiful painting in the Royal BedChamber which is showing the whole story of Ramayana. You can experience royalty as you see antique furniture in these chambers.

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Subhash Butt6 Dec 2019
5.0

Smooth pick-up, our driver-cum guide was knowledgable and friendly, take care of us, and drove us safely to all the main attraction as per itinerary... Nice time we spend at each and even clicked many pictures to cherished it forever.

Gajadhar Gandhi11 Dec 2019
5.0

I am so happy with this sightseeing tour because everything was going well as planned and as expected... the transport was good and comfortable, the driver was informative and all the site is absolutely amazing...I highly recommended this to others.

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