Padmanabhapuram Palace is a unique fort created in wood. The architecture of the palace exhibits simplicity and elegance of the structure which is beyond easy description. The construction of the palace was initiated by Iravi Varma Kulasekhara Perumal in 1601 AD and was completed by Maharaja Anizham Thirunal Marthanda Varma in 1744. It was then dedicated to Lord Padmnabha (Vishnu) and christened, Padmnabha Perumal Palace.
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