Previously, the small settlement of Padmanabhapuram was known as Kalkulam, and it served as the capital of the strong Venad Kingdom. The Venad rulers didn't just establish themselves in Kalkulam. Royal palaces and temples were also built in Udaygiri, Eraniel, and other adjacent locations, the relics of which may still be seen. The headquarters were moved to Kalkulam due to the security afforded by the mountains.

The history of Padmanabhapuram Palace dates back to the 1600s. During the reign of Iravi Varma Kulasekharan Perumal, it was constructed. The great palace, Kalkulathu Koikkal, is at its heart. In historical sources, it was also known as Darpakulangara Koikkal. Anizham Tirunal Marthanda Varma ordered the refurbishment of the palace, as well as the erection of a stone fort surrounding it, in the eighteenth century. During his reign, several of the structures in the current palace complex were built or refurbished.

The palace was dedicated to Shree Padmanabha Swamy, the Venads' protective deity, by Marthanda Varma. Padmanabhapuram Kottaram was the new name for the palace (Kottaram meaning palace, in Malayalam).

Padmanabhapuram was taken by British soldiers in 1809, and the royal family relocated to Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum). They used to come to the palace during the Navratri holiday celebrations, though. The spectacular celebrations ended in the 1840s, and Padmanabhapuram Palace began to crumble.

This historic palace was rediscovered in 1934 by J. H. Cousins, the Art Advisor to the Travancore Government, and R. Vasudeva Poduval of the Archaeology Department. Padmanabhapuram Palace Kerala was renovated into a museum complex with the help of Shree Chithira Tirunal Bala Rama Varma, the last Maharaja of the princely kingdom of Travancore.

• The food you eat will be a big part of your trip to Kerala. Authentic South Indian cuisine can be found in any of the area's restaurants.
• The palace is quite large and will keep you occupied for quite some time. Make sure you have a good time throughout the process.
• You can get to see a lot of artifacts inside the palace.

• Inside the Padmanabhapuram Palace, visitors are not permitted to touch anything on display. If you are found guilty, you may be required to pay a fine.
• It's a requirement to have a camera with you. The fees are quite little, yet they are well worth it.
• Leave no plastic bags or bottles behind, as this will trash the area. Keep the area tidy and free of clutter.
• If there are children in the group, keep an eye on them so they don't run all over the area.

Kanyakumari experiences pleasant weather throughout the year. The months of October to March are ideal for planning a trip. Spring is a fantastic season to visit since there is a pleasant breeze in the evenings, which most tourists like.

• Aruvippuram Riverside
• Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
• Maharaja Swathi Thirunal Palace
• Magic Planet
• Kanakakkunnu Palace

• Tourists can witness royal seats with Chinese carvings, teak carved ceilings, antique rosewood, and a mahogany musical bow, among other things. 
• When you enter the King's bedroom, you will be greeted by mural paintings, Lord Krishna murals, a medical bed, and a gorgeous hall. 
• Travancore's royal splendor is guaranteed to pique your interest.