Parikshith Thampuran Museum located in Durbar Road in Ernakulam is one of the famous heritage centres in the district. The museum is also known as Durbar Hall Art Gallery. The gallery has paintings dating back to the 19th century, along with copies of mural paintings, stone, and plaster of Paris sculptures, old coins, weaponry, ammunition and antiques belonging to the Cochin Royal Family. The architecture of the museum is done in typical Kerala style, adding extra elegance to the building.
This museum near the Shiva temple was originally built as a venue for receiving various guests of the royal family. Many important functions and ceremonies were conducted during the Raja rule. The Durbar Hall, made as to the guest room for the ruler, still remains the major attraction of the building with its fine architecture. At present, the museum is owned and well-maintained by the Department of Archaeology. The museum got its present name from the last ruler of the Cochin Royal Family, Rama Varma Parikshith Thampuran.
For all the history buffs out there, the Parikshith Thampuran Museum awaits your presence, to get explored into the realms of ancient history and the Raja dynasty. Do note that the museum opens on all days except, Mondays and National holidays.
Contact Details
Pareekshit Thampuran Museum
Durbar Hall Road, Pallimukku,
Ernakulam, Kerala 682011
