Kowdiar Palace, Royal palace in Thiruvananthapuram, India
The palace features 150 rooms arranged in a Kerala architectural style with sloping roofs, detailed woodwork, and traditional elements throughout the structure.
Maharaja Chithira Thirunal Balarama Varma commissioned the construction of Kowdiar Palace in 1931 for his sister's marriage to Lieutenant Colonel Godavarma Raja.
The palace represents the legacy of the Travancore royal family, illustrating the architectural and social traditions of Kerala's nobility in the 20th century.
Located 13 kilometers from the airport, the palace remains a private residence of the former royal family, with restricted access to its interiors.
The entrance gate displays intricate architectural details, leading to extensive gardens that surround this significant royal estate in Kerala's capital city.
Inception: 1931
Creator: Chithira Thirunal Balarama Varma
Architectural style: architecture of Kerala
Part of: Kingdom of Thiruvithamkoor
GPS coordinates: 8.52398,76.96343
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:55
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