The Tharavadu Palace
The main family tharavadu (Naalukettu) is approximately 450 years old, and is maintained by the Paliam Trust. The Kovilakam (palace) houses a large number of artifacts including ancient documents, religious sacraments, swords, rifles, and gifts brought by foreign dignitaries. Several other buildings, like the Paliath Achan's Kovilakam (which was built by the Dutch, and also known as the Dutch palace) exist adjacent to the tharavadu. The buildings in the area date anywhere from 60 to 300 years.
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