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The city of Trivandrum offers enough to explore. It is one of those Indian cities
that still preserves the true flavor of its glorious past. Besides its endless
array of natural treasures, this capital city of Kerala is home to numerous churches,
museums, temples and historical palaces. The museums in Trivandrum city attract
a great deal of attention from tourists visiting this ancient city in south India.
Napier Museum in Trivandrum is one of the most fascinating museums in
Trivandrum city. The architecture of this museum reflects a rare combination
of traditional Kerala style intermingled with Chinese, English and Mughal features.
The exhibits of the museum include the priceless metal carvings, ornaments and
many other archeological products of 12th and 15th century.
Natural History Museum in Trivandrum is well known for its ethnographic
collection. The personal collections of General Cullen are preserved in this
museum. It is one of those museums in Trivandrum, which comes with numerous
galleries and a specially designed laboratory.
Kerala State Science and Technology Museum in Trivandrum is one of the
most fabulously designed museums in Trivandrum city. This museum was built to
promote the appreciation of science and technology among the common people of
our nation.
Sri Chitra Art Gallery in Trivandrum has a wonderful collection of ancient
and modern Indian art. The bright colors and intricate stone works of the Rajasthani,
Mughal and Rajput paintings will leave you in awe. The artistic creations of
Raja Ravi Verma are the most fabulous exhibits of this museum. Sri Chitra Art
Gallery in Trivandrum also offers a rich collection of Tibetan, Chinese and
Japanese art.
Chacha Nehru Children's Museum in Trivandrum offers a good collection
of dolls from across the world.
Among the other museums of Trivandrum, Puthenmalika (Kuthiramalika) Palace
Museum in Trivandrum is worth viewing. Established by Maharaja Swathi Thirunal
Balarama Varma, this museum mainly features the collections of Travancore's
imperial family.
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