Kanakakunnu Palace
Location :
The Kanakakunnu Palace is situated near the Napier Museum in
Thiruvananthapuram.
About Kanakakunnu Palace :
The Kanakakunnu Palace was constructed in the reign of the
Travancore King, Hiss Highness Sree Moolam Tirunal (1885-19240). The
Palace was the main venue for Royal banquets. Later Hiss Highness
Sree Chithira Tirunal modified the Palace and constructed tennis
courts in the palace premises.This stunning piece of architectural
excellence was used by the Travancore royal family to entertain
their guests in the earlier days. The interiors are decorated with
large crystal chandeliers and exquisite pieces of royal furniture.
The Palace situates on the crest of a small hill
surrounded will meadows and grooves. The Palace is a perfect example
for the artistic quality of the people of Thiruvananthapuram.
The Nishagandhi open-air auditorium and the newly constructed
Sooryakanthy auditorium in the Palace compound are the usual venues
for various cultural events
Getting there :
Nearest Bus Station :
Thiruvananthapuram Central Bus Station
Nearest Railway Station :
Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station
Nearest Airport :
Trivandrum International Airport
