Kowdiar Palace

In 1745, Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) became the capital of Thiruvithamkoor, a royal city founded by the late Maharaja Marthanda Varma (1729–1758). Many of the royal family's achievements may still be seen around the city. They were always very involved in the fields of study, building, and arts and crafts.
The most magnificent of the group, Kowdiar Palace was built in 1934 for the wedding of Princess Karthika Thirunal Lakshmi Bayi to Lt. Col. G. V. Raja, the sister of Travancore Thamburan Maharajah Sree Chithira Thirunal Balarama Varma. There are about 150 rooms in the lovely three-story building. Additionally, it has six magnificent steeples that are visible from all across the city, demonstrating the monument's grandeur. Unexpectedly, the castle has a wooden lift as well.

Buildings
One of Kerala's architectural wonders is the Kowdiar Palace. It is located 300 meters above sea level on a 100-acre tract of land on a small hill. This location was picked because it offered a clean breeze from the Arabian Sea on its west side, and there were no obstacles in the way.
Additionally, it was built so that wind from the retreating Northeast Monsoon and the Southwest Monsoon always enters the palace through all of its windows and doors.
According to historians, this palace was constructed using Vastu shastra, which needed several experts to deliberate for almost three months.
This palace is a huge rectangular structure with 150 rooms. It was built on three floors. On the rooftops are six tiny turrets that resemble tiny watchtowers. The main walls of the building are surrounded by little pillars and long, flowing passageways.
Both small and large pillars can be found throughout the building. Two massive arched pillars at the palace's entrance welcome guests.
This palace's roof is covered in terracotta tiles. The interior is filled with stunning artwork. Well-carved statues, paintings, and furniture have been found.
It has a dining hall that can accommodate 500 people at once and a large kitchen. Large storage chambers are available for keeping food reserves
Every room has glass-hung lighting, and windows are enclosed with glass. The window frames, doors, and furnishings are all made of teak wood. The palace's arched entryway, doorways, and pillars are all carved.