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.
As 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.
At present the walls of
the palace is located at the earlier site of the Palace which belonged to the
Raja of Tiruvalla.
When 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.
Architecture
The 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 traveller
must understand that tiles were entirely replaced by the coconut fronds to
provide apt support.
When 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.
While 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.
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