14 Museums to Explore in Kerala

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Kerala

Kerala, known by the tagline “God’s Own Country” is a coastal state in the south western region of India. The state is bordered by a number of beaches in the west, covered by hills of Western Ghats on the east, and filled with backwaters. #GodsOwnCountry

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Museums to Explore in Kerala

Ambalavayal Heritage Museum

One of the largest collection of artefacts in Kerala is housed in the museum.

Arakkal Kettu Museum

Arakkal Museum (also known as Arakkal Kettu/ Arakkal Palace) was the residence of the former Arakkal Ali Rajas, the only Muslim royal family of Kerala. The museum is located in Ayikkara Mapila Bay, about three kilometres from Kannur Town of Kerala State in Southern India. The museum now displays numerous artefacts and ornaments belonging to the Rajas and it is protected by Archeological and Tourism Departments.

Hill Palace Museum

The largest museum in Kerala and the former residence of the Cochin King.

Konni Elephant Reserve

Witness tamed elephants, their daily life and the ways of training them at Konni Elephant Training Centre.

Krishnapuram Palace

18th century palace standing as a prime example of traditional Kerala Architecture.

Kuthiramalika Palace

The former residence of Travancore King Swathi Thirunal Rama Varma. Known for its architecture and its museum storing unique exhibits

Mattancherry Palace

The palace built by the Portuguese, renovated by the Dutch and now housing an archeological museum

Museum Of Kerala History

One of the best museums to visit in Kerala. It consists of three galleries- the Museum of Kerala History, the Dolls Museum and the Gallery of Modern Art, showing different aspects of Kerala's culture and history.

Napier Museum

An architecturally impressive museum building, housing many exhibits from 8th to 18th century.

Nilambur Teak Museum

Nilambur Teak Museum is located in the Malappuram district of Kerala State in Southern India. The museum was established in 1995 on the campus of Kerala Forest Research Institute (KFRI) and it houses the historical, aesthetic, and scientific treasures related to teak.

Our Lady of Dolours Basilica

The church locally called Puthanpalli and is the tallest church in India and third tallest church in Asia. A big tower located at its rear called bible tower having many paintings and nice bible museum.

Pazhassi Raja Museum

The memorial of Pazhassi Raja, the lion of Kerala.

Sakthan Thampuran Palace

The home and resting place of Shakthan Thampuran, the King of Cochin Dynasty

Thrissur Zoo & Museum

One of the oldest zoos in the country, and is home to a wide variety of animals, reptiles, and birds. The zoo compound includes a natural history museum and an art museum that showcase the social and cultural heritage of the region.

Map of Museums to explore in Kerala