Hill Palace Museum, Kochi
| Location | Hill Palace Rd, Irumpanam, Thrippunithura, Ernakulam, Kochi (Map 📍) |
| Entry Fee / Ticket Price | Adults - ₹30/-, Child (5 to 12 yrs) - ₹10/- |
| Opening & Closing Time | Hill Palace Museum opening and closing timing is 09:00 AM – 04:30 PM |
| Opening & Closing Days | The Hill Palace Museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday in a week, Closed on every Monday. |
| Place Type | Govt. Museum & Memorials, Museum and Gallery |
| Place visit with | Family, Kids, Friends, Solo, Parants, Siblings, Youngsters |
| Best time to visit | April, May, June |
| Official Website | https://www.archaeology.kerala.gov.in/monuments/museums-hill-palace/89 🔗 |
About Hill Palace Museum
The Hill Palace is an archaeological museum and palace located in the Tripunithura neighborhood of the city of Kochi in the Indian state of Kerala. The Hill Palace was built in 1865 by the Maharaja of Cochin and is now the largest archaeological museum in Kerala. Presently the palace has been converted into a museum by the Kerala State Archaeological Department and is open to the public.
Interesting facts about Hill Palace Museum
- The Wood Carving Gallery displays many valuables, some of which date back to the 14th century. Inscriptions of various kings, megalithic relics, crowns, ornaments, etc. from the past eras find a place in the gallery and it attracts the attention of anyone interested in history and antiquities.
- The crown worn by the erstwhile kings of the Kochi dynasty is displayed in the cabinet hall. It is an attractive object weighing 1.75 kg and is studded with emeralds, rubies and diamonds.
- A portrait gallery has been set up in the museum where the portraits of the Kochi kings are displayed.
- The paintings have effortlessly captured the grandeur and subtlety of the royal monarchy. Some Tanjore paintings are also on display and the judicious use of colors in those paintings makes them preserved and displayed for generations.
- The Porcelain Gallery has more than 150 objects for you to use in royal or aristocratic homes or traditional Kerala homes. These include cups, utensils and Chinese dishes and many other beautifully arranged antique porcelain items.
How to reach Hill Palace Museum
By Air:- The international air port is at Nedumbassery near Aluva, about 22 km from Ernakulam, Kochi.
By Rail:- The nearest station is at Ernakulam, about 12 km from Thripunithura. Kochi has two railway stations Ernakulam Junction and Ernakulam Town.
By Road:- This city is well connected by road, so you can also go by taking auto or rickshaw.
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Hill Palace Museum FAQs: 𝒜. It is located at Hill Palace Rd, Irumpanam, Thrippunithura, Ernakulam, Kochi.
𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the Hill Palace Museum: Hill Palace open 09.00 am to 12.30 pm and 02.00 pm to 04.30 pm all days (Monday close), Entry fee for adult Rs 20, child Rs 7. .
𝒜. You should visit Hill Palace Museum during April, May, June months for best experience.
𝒜. It is located at Hill Palace Rd, Irumpanam, Thrippunithura, Ernakulam, Kochi.
𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the Hill Palace Museum: Hill Palace open 09.00 am to 12.30 pm and 02.00 pm to 04.30 pm all days (Monday close), Entry fee for adult Rs 20, child Rs 7. .
𝒜. You should visit Hill Palace Museum during April, May, June months for best experience.
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📅 Last update: 2024-06-24
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