Hill Palace Museum, a 19th-century palace complex, is the largest archaeological museum in Kerala, showcasing a rich collection of artifacts, paintings, and sculptures.
Currency
INR (₹)
Best time to visit
November to March
Languages
Malayalam · English
Coordinates
9.593°, 76.528°
Key facts
1The museum houses a collection of 200-year-old paintings from the Cochin Royal Family
2It has a total of 49 buildings, including a museum, an art gallery, and a heritage museum
3The palace complex is spread over 54 acres
Timeline
1865: The palace was built by the Raja of Kottayam
1980: The palace was converted into a museum
1985: The museum was opened to the public
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Appam with stew
Fermented rice pancake served with coconut milk-based stew, often containing vegetables and meat.
Where: Local restaurants, hotels in Hill Palace area
When: morning
Price: ₹50-₹100
Puttu and Kadala Curry
Steamed rice cake made from ground rice and coconut, served with chickpea curry.
Where: Local restaurants, hotels in Hill Palace area
When: morning
Price: ₹60-₹120
Kerala Style Fish Curry
Fresh fish cooked in a spicy coconut-based gravy, typically served with rice or appam.
Where: Local restaurants, hotels in Hill Palace area
When: afternoon
Price: ₹150-₹300
Beef Fry
Spicy beef dish cooked with onions, tomatoes, and a blend of Kerala spices.
Where: Local restaurants, hotels in Hill Palace area
When: afternoon
Price: ₹120-₹250
Banana Chips and Fish Fry
Crispy fried banana chips served with deep-fried fish, a popular evening snack.
Where: Street food stalls, local shops near Hill Palace
When: evening
Price: ₹50-₹150
Pazham Pori (Banana Fritters)
Ripe banana slices dipped in a fermented batter and deep-fried until golden and crispy.
Where: Street food stalls, local shops near Hill Palace