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Shakthan Palace Thrissur Travel Guide

Visit Shakthan Thampuran Palace in Thrissur, a Dutch-style palace of the Cochin ruler Shakthan Thampuran, now a heritage museum.

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Shakthan Palace Thrissur
DistanceApproximately 2 km from Thrissur town
Time neededApproximately 7 minutes from Thrissur town
Open9:30 AM to 1:00 PM | 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM
EntryAdults: Rs 10
Best timeOctober to March (pleasant weather for the gardens)

Overview

Shakthan Thampuran Palace, also known as Vadakkekara Palace, is linked to Raja Rama Varma — Shakthan Thampuran — the Cochin ruler credited with shaping modern Thrissur. The building mixes Kerala and Dutch styles.Today it houses a museum with sculptures, coins and artefacts from the region, and its gardens make for a calm break in the city.

How to reach

Inside Thrissur town, a short auto ride from Swaraj Round.

Entry fee

CategoryFee
AdultsRs 10
kidsRs 5 for
camerasRs 30
Phone stillRs 10 (no video allowed)

Travel tips

Ask before recording videos: Check with palace staff before taking videos, especially inside the museum.
Check camera and mobile charges: Camera fees and mobile phone photography fees may be charged separately.
Confirm the current rates at the entrance.
Do not touch exhibits: Avoid touching historical objects, artefacts, or other palace properties.
Follow photography rules: Some areas may have restrictions on photography. Follow the instructions displayed at the palace.
Respect the heritage site: Avoid littering or damaging any part of the palace and its surroundings.
Follow staff instructions: Observe the museum's rules to help preserve its historical collections.

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