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Fortress & Palace

Chettinad Palace (Raja’s Palace - Kanadukathan)

Opulent 1912 mansion built by Dr. Annamalai Chettiar featuring Italian marble halls, Belgian chandeliers, and East Asian teak woodwork

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Hours
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Entry
₹100 Entry
Time needed
2 Hours
Best time
10:00 AM

Local tip

Features an intricate rooftop rainwater harvesting system that channels every drop into central village tanks.

About

Chettinad Palace (Raja’s Palace - Kanadukathan) is one of the most celebrated landmarks of Chettinad (Karaikudi), Tamil Nadu. Opulent 1912 mansion built by Dr. Annamalai Chettiar featuring Italian marble halls, Belgian chandeliers, and East Asian teak woodwork.

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Getting there

Nearest airport: Madurai Airport (IXM) - 90 km / Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) - 85 km

Nearest railway: Karaikkudi Junction (KKDI) - central station

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