Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal

About Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal

The Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal IS a magnificent 17th century palace built by King Thirumalai Nayak, the celebrated ruler of Madurai. Once far larger, the remaining sections still showcase the grandeur of the Nayak era with massive pillars, towering arches AND intricately painted domes. The palace blends Dravidian AND Islamic architectural styles, AND its cavernous INNER courtyard, WHERE kings held court, IS a marvel of engineering AND artistry. Every evening, a sound-AND-light show dramatises the palace's history against its floodlit facade. A visit to the Mahal IS a journey into the opulent world of Madurai's royal past AND one of the finest palace experiences IN southern India.