Arakkal Museum
| Place | Kannur |
|---|---|
| State | Kerala |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 2005 |
| Museum Type | Heritage and Cultural Museum |
| National Importance Museum | No |
| Address | Ayikkara Government Hospital Road Ayikkara, near District Hospital, Kannur, Kerala 670013 |
| Visiting Time | 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM (Tuesday to Sunday) Closed on Mondays. |
| Entry Fee | Indians: ₹20 Foreigners: ₹50 Children: ₹10 Camera: ₹25 |
Museum Introduction
Opened in 2005, the museum is housed in the Durbar Hall of the Arakkal Kettu (Palace), the residence of Kerala's only Muslim royal family. The dynasty once ruled the Malabar coast and the Lakshadweep Islands. It is a unique site that reflects the history of the Arakkal Ali Rajas and their matriarchal system of descent.
General Collections
Heirlooms and artifacts of the royal family, including antique furniture, silverware, traditional cookware, and maritime navigational instruments. It also features a collection of royal portraits and photographs of the Arakkal rulers.
Unique Historical Collections
The museum preserves the Arakkal Royal Seal, rare royal copies of the Holy Quran, and the original execution order of Sepoy Mangal Pandey (historically linked to the family's administrative records).
Additional Information
| Video URL | https://youtu.be/lrS0Q3hcnx0?si=R3saOXdZRGVJkM7S |
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| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
| Notes | The museum is unique for showcasing a matriarchal Muslim dynasty where female heads were known as 'Arakkal Beevis' and male heads as 'Ali Rajas.' It underwent a major 9-million-rupee renovation before its 2005 inauguration. |
| Artifacts | Arakkal Royal Seal, Pathayam (wooden grain storage), Adharapetti (document box), Thamburatti Vilakku (traditional lamps), antique telephones, and a vintage telescope. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details | 91 497 270 6336 (DTPC Kannur) |
| Email ID | info@dtpckannur.com |