Poonjar Palace, Kottayam

While times and fortunes may change, our monuments act as permanent reminders of the glorious stories that once played out in their hallowed halls. The Poonjar Palace in Kottayam is a great example of the exalted times and memories of a bygone era. Walk in and behold the royal antiques and exotic furniture, a droni (treatment bed) carved out of a single piece of wood for Ayurvedic massages, huge chandeliers, palm leaf engravings, jewel boxes, varieties of lamps, sculptures of Nataraja (the dancing Siva), grain measures, statues and weapons. Lying nearby is a replica of the great Madurai Meenakshi Temple, where ancient sculptures narrate the tales of the Puranas (ancient Indian legends). One is taken for a roller coaster ride through history and its many colourful faces. It is among the most stimulating historical sites in all of Kottayam.

Getting there

Nearest railway station: Kottayam, about 30 km

Nearest airport: Cochin International Airport, about 76 km from Kottayam town

Where to Stay

Hotel

Finch Hotels

Errattupetta, Pala
4822-275979 275980

Approximate Distance: 3.85 KM

Grihastali

PULIKUNNEL HERITAGE HOME

Idamattam, Bharananganam
-9447196804
9495326102

Approximate Distance: 9 KM

Resort

ROYAL VAGA RESORTS

vazhikadavu,vagamon.
-8749916916
8751916916

Approximate Distance: 9.4 KM

Homestay

Good Shepherd Home Stay

1/374B, Chomkara House, Amparanirappel P.O, Bharananganam, Kottayam, Kerala
-+918075621220 +919074883796
+919447324217

Approximate Distance: 6.9 KM

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Location

Latitude: 9.677922, Longitude: 76.809139