THIRUMALAI NAYAKKAR MAHAL
Mahal Area, Madurai, Tamilnadu, India
Thirumalai Nayakar Palace was erected in 1636 A.D. in the city of Madurai, by King Thirumalai Nayak. The palace depicts the perfect blend of Dravidian and Rajput styles. After Independence, this palace was declared as a national monument and till date continues to be one of the spectacular monuments of Southern India. The magnificent palace is located in the vicinity of the very famous Meenakshi Amman Temple. Depicting the Saracenic style of architecture, it was constructed during the rule of Nayak Dynasty and is widely considered as the most illustrious monument built by the Madurai Nayak Dynasty.
The Thirumalai Nayak Palace was the residence of King Thirumalai Nayak and was approximately four times bigger than what is seen today. The exterior, as well as the interiors of this palace, have been richly adorned. One can notice the excellent stucco work done on the arches and domes of the palace. It showcases an array of architectural wonders ranging from the massive pillars to the over-all daunting structure. There are a total of 248 pillars in this grand palace. Visitors can also enjoy a magnificent sound and light show at Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal.
Suggested time duration
4 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
November to April
Do's & Dont's
- Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety.
- Do not consume liquor.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 10:00 AM | 05:00 PM | 10 | 5 |
- Foreigner Adult Fee : 100 Foreigner Child Fee : 50
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Central Periyar Bus Stand |
3 KM | 914522337093 |
 Madurai Junction |
4 KM | 139 |
 Madurai Airport |
12 KM | 914522690717 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle and Snacks
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Restaurants
Parking
Parking is Available for 10 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Madurai | 2 KM |
Nearest Temples
SRI KOODAL AZHAGAR PERUMAL TEMPLE
One of the 108 Divya Desams of Lord Vishnu
SRI MADANAGOPALA SWAMI TEMPLE
This temple was built in 16th century A.D.
SRI MADURAI MEENAKSHI TEMPLE
Temple was built in the 17th century A.D. by the Nayak rulers
TIRUPARANKUNDRAM SUBRAMANIYA SWAMY TEMPLE
Cave temple dedicated to element of earth and mentioned as Southern Himalaya
SRI YOGA NARASINGA PERUMAL TEMPLE
Temple was constructed in 770 CE by Madurakavi alias
SRI EDAGANAATHA SWAMI TEMPLE
Temple is located on the banks of Vaigai River
SRI KALLALAGAR TEMPLE
This is one of the 108 Divya Desams of Lord Vishnu
SRI JENAGAI MARIAMMAN TEMPLE
Temple is situated on the banks of Vaigai River
SRI CHITRA RADHA VALLABA PERUMAL TEMPLE
Perumal is almost a 10 ft high sandalwood idol seen in a majestic standing posture along with Sridevi and Bhoo Devi
Nearest Attractions
WildlifeVETTANGUDI BIRD WLS
This sanctuary covers an area of 40 hectares
DamVAIGAI DAM
Human made structure constructed over River Vaigai
WaterfallsKUMBAKKARAI WATERFALLS
Source of the waters of the Kumbakkarai Falls is River Pamba
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