Nedumbram Palace

Situated at the site of the Tiruvalla of the Indian state of Kerala the walls of the Nedumpuram palace can be considered as one of the historical site of the Pathanamthitta District. As per the history the Palace was owned by the branch of Kulasekhara dynasty who ruled the principality of Udaymangalam of the northern Kerala.nAs per the folklore the family shared its roots with the Valluvanad royal line of ascension that came down to visit the festival of Mamamkam. It was during the campaign of Tipu sultan who chose to crusade the southern flanks the family shifted their share to the south of Kerala and lived as a refugee under the lights of the King of Travancore.nAt present the walls of the palace is located at the earlier site of the Palace which belonged to the Raja of Tiruvalla.nWhen we talk about the festival of Mamankom it becomes very necessary to talk about its historical importance. The pre historic land of Mamankom is situated at a distance of 7 km from the south of Tirur at the banks of the river Bharathapuzha. Talking about its chronological significance than the fact that it was a grand assembly of the rulers which was used to held once in every 12 years. Talking about the celebration of the festival than it used to occupy the space for 28 long days where traders from all across the state used to gather here to enjoy the fair. With the growing popularity the festival started shaping the economic boundaries and with the passage of time it demanded strong control over economic policy and as per the believe the last festival was held in 1755 and ever since that year the festival is alive in pages of history.nnThe beautiful palace is structured in the customary style which is renowned as Pathinaru Kettu. Efficiently divided into 4 blocks the typical style of connecting the open courtyard to each other is to be seen within the modest splendour of the Palace. When it comes to support the main lines of architecture than the teak beams and forge ceilings plays a potential role. At present the walls of the buildings are in pathetic condition, constructed by depicting the glory of the Kovikalam style each of the blocks of the building is renowned as Nalukettu. Every block of Nalukettu is finished with the touch of carved and slotted wood and it very appearance look like East Asian gabled and thatched structure on this context traveler must understand that tiles were entirely replaced by the coconut fronds to provide apt support.nnWhen you talk about the enclosed courtyard than it is used for ritual purpose and to raise plants for the same, the courtyard is unlocked and it gives a straight admission to the rooms. The buildings is alienated into two blocks and the large Verandah outside is open for ritual function. When it comes to the two blocks than the inner one is assigned for temple in this connection the beauty of outer Verandah in the east and western sides is kept open but the north and southern one are covered and semi roofed.nnWhile you walk here you will witness the main site of the palace is surrounded by many outer buildings which includes Puthan Kottaram, Thekke Kottaram and Vadakke Kottaram.