Krishnapuram Palace
An 18th-century Travancore palace holding Kerala's largest mural.
- Timings
- Around 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM (closed Monday)
- Entry fee
- Approx. ₹25 (Indian), ₹250 (foreign)
- Time needed
- 1 – 1.5 hours
- Best time
- Morning
About Krishnapuram Palace
Built by Marthanda Varma in the classic Kerala style — gabled roofs, dormer windows, inner courtyards — Krishnapuram is 47 km from Alleppey at Kayamkulam. Its centrepiece is the Gajendra Moksham mural, over 150 square feet and among the largest in Kerala, depicting the elephant Gajendra's liberation. The archaeological museum around it holds bronzes, coins and megalithic remains, and the grounds have a Buddha statue and a lily pond.
Insider tips
- Closed Mondays and on some public holidays
- Photography of the main mural is usually restricted — ask first
- Worth combining with a drive down to Kollam
Krishnapuram Palace — common questions
What are the Krishnapuram Palace timings?
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Krishnapuram Palace is open Around 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM (closed Monday).
What is the entry fee for Krishnapuram Palace?
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Entry: Approx. ₹25 (Indian), ₹250 (foreign).
How much time do you need at Krishnapuram Palace?
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Plan for roughly 1 – 1.5 hours.
What is the best time to visit Krishnapuram Palace?
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Morning.
How crowded does Krishnapuram Palace get?
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Low crowd levels overall.
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