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.

• 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.