Popular museums in Kerala |
Kerala Folklore Museum:
The Kerala Folklore Museum is located in the city of Kochi and is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the traditional art and culture of Kerala. The museum houses a collection of over 4,000 artifacts, including masks, musical instruments, weapons, and costumes.
Napier Museum:
The Napier Museum is located in the city of Thiruvananthapuram and is known for its collection of ancient Indian artifacts, including sculptures, bronze idols, and paintings. The museum also houses a collection of historical objects related to the royal family of Travancore.
Hill Palace Museum:
The Hill Palace Museum is located in the city of Kochi and was once the official residence of the royal family of Kochi. The museum houses a collection of artifacts, including paintings, sculptures, weapons, and antique furniture.
Indo-Portuguese Museum:
The Indo-Portuguese Museum is located in the city of Kochi and is dedicated to showcasing the Portuguese influence on the culture and history of Kerala. The museum houses a collection of artifacts, including furniture, coins, and ceramics.
Koyikkal Palace Museum:
The Koyikkal Palace Museum is located in the city of Thiruvananthapuram and is known for its collection of artifacts related to the cultural and historical heritage of Kerala. The museum houses a collection of coins, musical instruments, weapons, and sculptures.
Ambalavayal Heritage Museum :
The Ambalavayal Heritage Museum is situated in the Wayanad district of Kerala. Being an archeological museum in Wayanad, Ambalavayal heritage museum has a good collection of some rare artifacts that date back to the 2nd century.
Cochin Maritime Museum :
One of the top ten naval powers in the world, India owes its glory to the hard work and dedicated services provided by the bold men of India’s commendable naval force. The Cochin Maritime Museum is dedicated to the sincere efforts of the navy of India.
Pazhassiraja Museum :
The Pazhassiraja museum and the art gallery of Kozhikode have been named after the famous Pazhassiraja Kerala Varma of the Kottayam royal family. Pazhassiraja led the famous ‘Pazhassi Revolt’ against the East India Company during the 1700’s.
Munnar Tea Museum :
One of the most beautiful places in Kerala is Munnar. This hill station is well known for its tea plantations. The tea giant, Tata Company, has set up the tea museum in Munnar.
Trichur Archaeological Museum :
The Thrissur Archaeological Museum is an architectural wonder and is located at the Town Hall road. The Trichur Archaeological Museum, Kerala is famous for its collection of murals and relics from almost entire Kerala.
Thrithala Palakkad :
Thrithala, Palakkad is an important archaeological site of Kerala. Thrithala is located at a distance of 75 kilometers from Palakkad, on the banks of the River Bharatapuzha.