Question

Which among the following palace is famous for its mural painting 'Gajendramoksha'?

• A. Mattanchery Palace
• B. Padmanabhapuram Palace
• C. Chirakkal Palace
• D. Krishnapuram Palace

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Krishnapuram Palace

Gajendra Moksham

• The 'Gajendra Moksham' is a massive mural depicting an elephant saluting Lord Vishnu as the other Gods, Goddesses and sages look on in reverence.
• It is situated in ''Krishnapuram Palace' located in Kayamkulam near Alappuzha.
• "Gajendra Moksham" of 154 square feet (14.3 m2) size, which is said to be the largest such find in Kerala.
• It is placed on the western end of the ground floor of the palace