Historical Monuments to Visit in Kochi
Mattancherry Palace, Kochi
This is a Portuguese Palace that was actually gifted by the Portuguese to the King of Cochin way back in 1545. It contains portraits that exhibits, the Rajas of Kochi. This palace has been included in the tentative list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. It is quadrangular in shape and demonstrates Nalukettu style of architecture. There are several murals in the palace and they depict the finest example of Hindu temple art. The murals are painted in warm hues using the tempera technique. Portraits of Rajas of Cochin starting from 1864 can be seen in the Coronation Hall of the palace.
AddressMattancherry, Kochi, Kochi
Place TypeMonument - Palace & Landmarks
Best forFamily, Kids, Friends, Married Couples, Parents
Entry feeOnline Tickets (ASI website):
Adults Indians (per person): ₹5/-
Foreigners (per person): ₹5/-
BIMSTEC, SAARC Countries (per person): ₹5/-
Offline Tickets (On-site Purchase):
Adults Indians (per person): ₹10/-
Foreigners (per person): ₹100/-
BIMSTEC, SAARC Countries (per person): ₹10/-
Entry is free for children below 15 years.
Opening timeMattancherry Palace opening and closing timing is 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Opening DaysThe Mattancherry Palace is open from Saturday to Thursday in a week, Closed on every Friday.
Best MonthJanuary, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Pallipuram Fort, Kochi
Pallipuram Fort, also known as Ayikotta or Ayakotta, is a historical fort located in the Ernakulam district of Kerala, India. It is situated on the northern tip of the Vypeen Island, near the Vypeen Beach.
AddressPallipuram, KochiPlace TypeMonument - Forts & TombsBest forFamily, Kids, Friends, Married Couples, Unmarried Couples, Parents, Siblings, YoungstersEntry feeNo Entry FeeOpening timePallipuram Fort opening and closing timing is 09:30 AM to 05:00 PMOpening DaysPallipuram Fort is open on all days except Monday.Best MonthJanuary, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, DecemberEXPLORE PLACES IN KOCHI BY CATEGORY:
