(Open 10:00 am to 12:30 pm, 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm): This archaeological museum (earlier known as Durbar Hall) adjacent to the Shiva temple in Ernakulam, features collections of 19th century oil paintings, pre-historic monuments, old coins in a numismatic gallery and collections of the Kochi royal family.
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Opposite Air India, M.G.Road, Eranakulam Exhibit regularly collection of paintings.Kochi - 16 Tel. : 351295. Only reasonable way to get around. Mostly available, accommodautos generally charge 50% over the meter. This place is located opposite Air India, M.G Road and here many collections of paintings can be seen. Here one can get accommodations costing 50% of the meter rate! They can charge extra as well!
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Kerala Folklore Theater And Museum
Hemmed on the south-east outskirts of Ernakulum, Kerala Folklore Museum is the place that showcases the rich heritage and culture of Kerala through numerous art forms and dance forms. George Taliath, the owner of the place, has collected these antiques for over thirty years. The collection has more than 5000 artifacts which are collected from old house and old temples. Highlights of Kerala Folklore Theatre and Museum Stepping into this three-story building, you will get a stroll of the past and ancient history of Kerala. The old antiques there have a scent of past and a strong essence of culture and heritage. The place is not for a profitable venture but to preserve the folklore wealth of Kerala. This opened in the year 2009 as a non profitable organization. The museum is a treasure that upholds the cultural heritage of Kerala through art and dance. The sculptures and masks, musical instruments, wood, stone, copper, traditional costumes, ritual art forms, everything are preserved here with care. They have a scent of a bygone era. The labyrinthine architecture of the Museum The entrance of Kerala Folklore Theatre and Museum is constructive with the remnants of the 16th-century temples of Tamil Nadu, and the wood carvings are collected from all over Kerala. The entrance has a traditional ornate door lock. After the entrance, there are pierced wooden windows in Malabar Style. The museum is the same as the Malabar Mansion, the architecture which was seen only in the regions of Malabar. This was a blend of rosewood, teak, and metal together and was seen only in the north of Kerala. Wood was used extensively in ceilings and roofs. They were incorporated with metal buds. The Arabic style of simplicity is mixed with a unique style of architecture, giving rise to a new style of Islamic architecture that cannot be found in any part of the world. What can be found here : On the ground the floor, you will get to see 3000 years burial urns. Along with that, some musical instruments can also be found. Stone Age jewellery, objects, and some penis-shaped objects are also found here. These objects are said to be offered to gods so that the women could give birth to sons. The first floor has the traditional costumes. The costumes are basically of ritual and traditional dancers. There are also some mural paintings, south Indian ethnic culture, wooden ceilings with 60 frames and 392 columns, and many more. Visit Time : On the second floor, you will see theatres where performances take place every day from 9:30 in the morning till 7:00 in the evening. This place has now royal importance after the visit of Prince Charles. Transport to The Museum and Entrance Fee The easiest way to reach the museum is hopping on an auto-rickshaw. You can also take a bus but then again have to walk a lot to take another auto till the folklore museum. All can come and enjoy the cultural delicacy of Kerala. The entrance fee for students is 50 rupees, and for adults, it is 100 rupees.
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The colorful marine creatures are an astounding creation of God. A variety of distinguished aquatic life always catches the sight. To know more about the intriguing marine creatures by observing them closely, you should head towards Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium. It is a place that will not disappoint you at all. It is a natural port and one of the busiest fishing harbors located in Thiruvananthapuram. Each day, it is visited by tourists on a large scale. It Is Known For:-1) The production of pearls 2) Housing distinguished aquatic creatures Best Time To Visit:-Vizhinjam Marine Aquarium is opened throughout the year for its visitors, though it remains closed on all national holidays. Since it is a residence to a variety of the marine creatures, each season welcomes the new additions to species. Charges/Entry Fee:-To enter the marine aquarium, one has to pay a minimal charge. For the Indian visitors, the charge is 20 INR for adults and 10 INR for children (may vary now), For foreigner visitors- data unavailable. Reaching There:-Since Vinzhijam is a coastal town, it can be accessed conveniently by road. After an hour’s drive, you can easily reach the marine aquarium. Nearest Railway Station- Trivandrum CentralNearest Airport- Trivandrum International Airport
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Located in the city of Kumarakom, Bay Island Driftwood Museum is a well-known place of interest that you shouldn't miss whilst in Kerala. It is a renowned museum that houses an amazing collection of the world-class driftwood structures. The driftwood is wood that is washed onto the shore by the action of the tide, the sun, the wind, and a constant exposure to weather. To see the 'best out of waste' in Kerala, Bay Island Driftwood Museum is the place that you must visit. It Is Known For The place where numerous driftwood structures are carved out in different shapes and are displayed in a modern art form. Best Time To Visit There's no specific time to visit Bay Island Driftwood Museum. The admirers do not miss a chance to visit this place and capture the photographs of the amazing driftwood structures. The museum organizes exhibitions at regular intervals for the visitors and art lovers. By paying a minimal charge for it, you can be a guest and visit the museum. Reaching There Due to an excellent connectivity of all modes of transports, you can easily reach Bay Island Driftwood Museum. The frequent bus services and auto-rickshaw are available to reach the museum. Nearest Railway Station - Kottayam StationNearest Airport - Cochin International Airport
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Krishna Menon Museum is a museum and art gallery in the district of Kozhikode, Kerala. This museum came into existence in the year 1975 and is dedicated to V.K. Krishna Menon, the former defense minister and statesman. This museum is located in the beautiful surroundings and is a great spot for spending a day in gaining the knowledge about the artwork of the renowned painters of India as well. It Is Known For:-1) Krishna Menon Museum was built to commemorate V.K. Krishna Menon, the former statesman, leader, and defense minister. This museum houses his belongings like his handwritten documents, letters etc., childhood and family photographs, accolades awarded to him etc.2) The gallery of the museum is the place where one can see the paintings of the great painter Raja Ravi Verma. One can also witness the commendable artwork of Raja Raja Verma as well3) The other section of the museum also houses the other abstract paintings, Kerala murals, and some ivory items etc. Best Time To Visit:-Krishna Menon Museum welcomes its visitors across the year. Each day, it is visited by various guests. Therefore, an individual shouldn't wait for a specific time to pay a flying visit to Krishna Menon Museum. Before visiting the museum, one should call and check for the timings because this museum usually remains closed on Mondays & Wednesdays. Reaching There:-Being a famous landmark in Kozhikode, it is connected with all the major roads that make it convenient for the visitors to gain access to Krishna Menon Museum. The service of the local transit is available for commuting to and fro. Nearest Railway Station- Kozhikode Railway StationNearest Airport- Calicut International Airport
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Established in the year 1984 by the government of Kerala, Science And Technology Museum is reckoned amid the notable attractions in Trivandrum. It was established with the purpose of popularizing the science & scientific temperament among the young generation, especially those with a keen interest in the astronomy. If you have an interest in astronomy or technology then this place might serve as the apt place of your interest. It Is Known For:-1) Priyadarshini planetarium where regular astronomy shows are organized 2) Galleries that display over 300 items and projects related to science & technology3) An institution that offers education in the various fields of science Best Time To Visit:-Any season can be a great choice to pay a flying visit here. There are no specific constraints that have to be followed during the visit. Major Highlight Of Science And Technology Museum:-To boost the field of astronomy and incline the interest of people towards it, planetarium managed by the authorities of this museum has installed a fully automatic telescope for the night sky observation. This allows the astronomy enthusiasts to observe and study the celestial bodies. Reaching There:-Science And Technology Museum is located in the city and has a well-established network of the local transit. You can hire the service of the local transit to reach the museum. Nearest Railway Station- Thiruvananthapuram CentralNearest Airport- Trivandrum International Airport
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Reflecting the Indo-Saracenic style of architecture, The Napier Museum is a notable travel attraction located in Trivandrum. This museum was constructed in the year 1855 but, the older building was demolished and the foundation of a new structure was laid. The new building was erected in the year 1874. It took a time of 6 years for the completion of the building. Since then, visitors again started to visit here on a large scale. It Is Known For:-1) The rare collection of artifacts including the bronze idols and ornaments that were discovered during excavations2) The newly constructed Natural History Museum that includes the taxidermy gallery Best Time To Visit:-The Napier Museum can be visited throughout the year but, on all National Holidays and Monday and Wednesday forenoon, this museum remains closed. Reaching There:-The Napier Museum is situated in Thiruvananthapuram. It has an excellent connection of the roadways, railways, and airways. Thus, one can easily visit The Napier Museum through any means of transport that is found feasible. Nearest Railway Station- Thiruvananthapuram CentralNearest Airport- Trivandrum International Airport
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Love ancient and traditional artwork? Want to know more about them? You should visit Sri Chitra Art Gallery. Sri Chitra Art Gallery is a glinting name in the list of travel attractions in Trivandrum. It is a well-known art gallery that came into existence in the year 1935. Being a renowned place, it is frequented by the art lovers and visitors on a large scale, especially when exhibitions are organized. It Is Known For:-1) Housing the artworks of laudable artists like Raja Ravi Varma, Rabindranath Tagore, Jamini Roy, V.S Valiathan, KCS Paniker, Nicholas Roerich etc.2) Housing 43 original artworks of Raja Ravi Varma and 15 original artworks of Nicholas Roerich3) 400-year-old Tanjore miniature paintings4) The oriental collection of the Chinese, Japanese, Balinese, and Tibetan paintings5) 1100 paintings all over the premises of the gallery Best Time To Visit:-You do not have to decide a specific time to pay a visit to Sri Chitra Art Gallery. If you are an art aficionado then 365 days of the year are suitable for you to visit the art gallery. If you are able to visit during the exhibition, you may get to see some of the finest masterpieces in Sri Chitra Art Gallery. Reaching There:-Sri Chitra Art Gallery is located in the capital city Trivandrum. Being the capital city, it has a well-established network of all transportations that allows an easy access to Sri Chitra Art Gallery. Nearest Railway Station- Trivandrum CentralNearest Airport- Trivandrum International Airport
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Kochi is a stunning city and has many places that you can visit. It is flooded with tourists around the year as it has delightful weather and beautiful scenery that cannot be missed. One such place you should visit is the Indian Naval Maritime Museum, Ernakulam. The museum is a great place to visit if you want to know about the history of our naval armed forces. You can visit the museum anytime during the year as the weather is always pleasant and except on Mondays when the museum is closed. Know Your Indian Naval History : If you are interested in knowing the history of Indian Naval forces, then this is the museum you should be visiting. You can find a section of the museum that is dedicated to the glories of the Indian Navy. You will also find sections that are dedicated to the Indian armada. The artefacts in the museum take you on a ride back to the history of how the Indian Naval evolved since its establishment in 612 in Surat. You can also get a glimpse of the battles such as Operation Cactus, Goa liberation, Operation Pawan Indo-Pak, etc. and all the tactics used during the Kargil war by the Naval forces. You will also find a hall dedicated to the legend KunjaliMarakkar who made a mark on the history of the Indian Navy. What to expect in the Museum: The museum has everything related to the Indian Naval forces. These are displayed in the order of origin, its growth, and chronology. You can have a look at the accomplishments of the forces along with some sailing strategies. These strategies were used when the Naval forces were quite non-existent. These strategies were used by the ancient’s kings who were well equipped to protect their coastlines. Display of Trade Relations in the State: In the Indian Naval Maritime Museum, you can witness that there is specific evidence of trade between the late settlers and people of Kerala during the Indus civilization. You can see some displays that show the trade with Arabs and how the Indian Navy influenced South East Asia and also how they helped in colonizing India in medieval times. Displays of how ships are built In reality, it is not possible to witness how ships are being built. But in this museum, you will get a glimpse of how it is done. You will find some exciting things related to shipbuilding in the country. You can also find some exotic boats and ships in the museum as part of their display. You will be amazed to see a ship owned by the King of Ambalapuzha, which is nearly 300 years old, is a part of the screen. The interesting fact about this ship is that has been carved out of one tree. This shows how the ships were built during medieval times. Things that are allowed in the Museum The museum does not allow outside food, weapons, plastic bags, alcohol, smokes, and pets. However, you are allowed to take a camera, sunglasses, medicines, power banks, water bottles, selfie sticks, caps, sunscreen, and id cards. Interesting places near the Indian Naval Museum Once you have visited the museum you can shop in the shopping mall nearby or walk around the beach. There are many restaurants near the museum that you can visit and try local delicacies. There are also many hotels near the museum where you can plan your stay. How to book your trip The easiest and the most convenient way to book your trip to Kochi is through a tour and travel agent. They will offer holiday packages at the best possible rates that will make your vacation a memorable one. To know more about the different packages and rates you can visit their website. You can also reach them to book your trip or enquire about the packages available with them.
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Revi Karuna Karan Memorial Museum
Revi Karuna Karan Memorial Museum, better known as RKK Memorial Museum is a paradise for all those who admire art. Established by Mr. Revi, an avid art collector, RKK Memorial Museum (Alleppey, Kerala) is a place where you will get to the artistic masterpieces that were crafted by the skillful painters and artists. The art admirers from all over the region visit this museum at regular intervals. It Is Known For:- 1) Its vast collection of the ivory sculptures2) The hand-cut, machine-cut, and molded crystal figures3) Masterpieces painted by renowned artists4) Antique jewelry that belongs to the ancient period Best Time To Visit:- RKK Memorial Museum is a well-known landmark in the district of Alleppey. If you are holidaying in Alleppey then try paying a visit here. It would be a decision worth a million dollars. There's no specific time to visit the museum. One can visit it throughout the year and the best time would be if you mark the presence during exhibitions. The visitors can spot the renowned artists and other artworks as well. Reaching There:- A vast network of the roadways allows reaching the museum easily. Thus, by hiring the local transit like a bus or cab, tourists can reach RKK Memorial Museum. Nearest Railway Station- Thiruvananthapuram CentralNearest Airport- Thiruvananthapuram International Airport
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If you are a tea lover then you should visit TATA Tea Museum. It is a must-visit attraction in Kerala that is visited by thousands of tourists throughout the year. Set near a tea plantation, this museum was established by the famous business tycoon, TATA. Here, an individual gets to see the entire process of growing the tea in the plantation till preparing and gulping it. It Is Known For:-1) Housing the photographs of the previous machinery that narrate the advancements in the domain of tea plantation2) Displays the growth of the tea estates, various stages of processing the tea, the original tea roller 'Rotorvane' and 'Pelton Wheel' roller3) A section of this museum also displays the classic bungalow furniture, wooden bathtub, iron oven etc.
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Situated in the Nullatanni Estate of Munnar, Kannan Devan Tea Museum is a first of its kind in India, which was constructed to depict the history of this century-old tea plantation in the Idukki District. This famous tea museum preserves the aspects of the genesis and growth of tea plantations in the mountain region of Kerala. Tata Tea opened this museum which houses curiosities, photographs, and machinery. This tea museum is also known as Tata Tea Museum and was started at Kanan Devan Hills Plantations Company (KDHP’s), which provides first-hand knowledge about tea processing and operations that go into the making of authentic black tea. Visitors can see the very old rudimentary tea roller of 1905 in this museum, used in past times and can catch a glimpse of a fully automated tea factory that makes the tea processing method very easy. One can see Pelton Wheel in this museum, used in power generation and existed in Kanniamally Estate in 1920. This popular tea museum houses a granite sundial which was constructed in 1913 by the Art Industrial School at Nazareth, Tamil Nadu and an iron-age burial urn dating back to the 2nd century BC. Visitors can also see a rail engine wheel unit of the Kundala Valley Railway that shuttled between Munnar and Top Station by the year 1924, rotor vane (a mini-CTC type tea processing machine) and Orthodox manufacturing unit in this museum to know about different aspects of tea processing. The Kannan Devan Tea Museum also features the old-time bungalow furniture, magneto phone, cash safe, wooden bathtub, the iron oven used firewood, etc. This tea museum hosts a tea-tasting session with an array of tea on display and the guides explain the nuances of tea making process in the past days and how it has changed with the advent of the latest techniques to its inquisitive visitors. Kannan Devan Tea Museum is located at a short distance away i.e. just five-minute drive from the hill station town of Munnar and is easily reachable by road. A visit to this wonderful place is informative and helps people understand the art with which tea is prepared. Visitors can taste some of the most exotic varieties of tea available around the world here. It is a must-visit destination for those who are interested to delve into the soul of Munnar. Favorable Time To Visit Kannan Devan Tea Museum: In winters (between November to February), the temperature falls sharply, but if you enjoy the cold then this time is best for a vacation at this place. During the month of March to May, the temperature is slightly high with occasional rainfall. This period is best for sight-seeing in Munnar and surrounding places. How to Reach Kannan Devan Museum: As the museum is just 4 km away from Munnar town, it is can be reached very easily by road. • By Rail- The nearest railway station is Aluva, 112 km away from the place. • By Air-The nearest Airport is Cochin International Airport, 72 kilometers away from the place. • By Bus- Kerala State Road Transport Corporation provides buses from different locations to Munnar town to this Kannan Devan Museum. Additional Information For Visitors: Visitors can visit this museum between 9 am to 5 pm. It is closed every Monday and other national holidays. This museum also closed on Good Friday. The entrance fee to visit this museum is Rs. 75 for Adults and Rs. 35 for Children.
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Kerala Kalamandalam is a recognized arts & cultural university in Thrissur district of Kerala. The establishment of this university gave a boost to the classical dance forms of Kerala, especially Kathakali, Kudiyattam, and Mohiniyattam. In the present-day scenario, this university has gained a lot of recognition in the nearby southern states of the country. It Is Known For:-1) Kerala Kalamandalam is a university that emphasizes on the performing arts that are developed in the southern part of India2) The dance forms like Kathakali, Kudiyattam, and Mohiniyattam are the prime dance forms taught at this university3) Apart from the dance forms listed above, Kerala Kalamandalam also offers the dance courses like Bharatnatyam, Kuchipudi, Thullai, Nangiar Koothu etc.4) The students are also taught how to play the traditional musical instruments like the sitar, flute, tabla, Dholak etc. Brief History:-During the Colonial Era, the South Indian culture faced a great threat as was on the verge of extinction. This was the result of the supremacy of the British officials. To keep the culture and art forms alive, Vallathol Narayan Menon and Mukunda Raja came forward to establish Kerala Kalamandalam. It developed due to the donations it received from the society. The Maharaja of Cochin also donated a land and a building for it. Today, the university stands on the same land. Reaching There:-Being a renowned university, it can be reached easily via roadways and railways. The university buses are available for the students to commute to and fro. Nearest Railway Station- Thrissur Railway StationNearest Airport- Cochin International Airport
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No place than Thekkady (Kerala) is the appropriate one to learn about the Indian martial art form, Kalaripayattu. Kalaripayattu is an Indian martial-art form that originated in Kerala and spread in various corners of the world. Kadathanadan Kalari Centre is a famous attraction in Thekkady and is best known for the demonstration of Kalaripayattu martial-art. To witness the intriguing martial-art form, numerous visitors pay a visit to Kadathanadan Kalari Centre. It Is Known For:-1) Kadathanadan Kalari Centre is the place that has kept alive Kalaripayattu. It is the place where the martial-art form is taught2) This centre is teaching Kalaripayattu from a longer period of time3) Kathakali is also taught here. The numerous students enroll themselves to pursue Kathakali Best Time To Visit:-Kalaripayattu is the martial-art form that involves a great enthusiasm and mind-body coordination. All the learners devote themselves entirely to master this self-defense art. Each day, the passionate martial artists demonstrate their amazing skills in front of the teachers and visitors. Thus, Kadathanadan Kalari Centre can be visited throughout the year. Reaching There:-Kadathanadan Kalari Centre is a major landmark in the region and has a well-established network of roadways and railways. The local transit like the bus, autos, and cabs are available to reach this attraction and spend a good quality time. Nearest Railway Station- Kottayam Railway StationNearest Airport- Cochin International Airport
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