FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Visiting hours for Athangudi Palace / Sri Letchmi Vilas: We're open from 9.30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. IST. (Note: Entry closes by 4:30 PM IST). Please plan to enter before 4:30 PM and cooperate with the staff. Thanks. There are very few exceptions to Pongal, festivals, Temple Car festivals, Kumbh festival, family functions, and weddings. We will update you on any upcoming exceptions/holidays on the "Plan your Visit" page.

Tickets can be bought at the entrance of the premises. Please help the caretakers with the right information for ticketing. Please maintain decorum and keep the entire premise clean. We would like to reiterate that it takes a humongous effort and costs for Maintenance. ₹30 School educational tour Inclusive of GST Rs. 5 Per Student Showcase valid Teachers and Students ID Card ₹60 Team / Group outing Inclusive of GST Rs. 9 Per person Plan Ahead & Notify Our Caretakers ₹80 Adult Inclusive of GST Rs. 12 Adults: Age 10 and Above Free for accompanied children below 10 years ₹120 Foreigners Inclusive of GST Rs. 18 Per Person ₹120 Camera Inclusive of GST Rs. 18 Camera is allowed only for the duration ~30 mins during the visit.

You can purchase authentic souvenirs directly at the premises of Athangudi Palace, located in the heart of Chettinad, near Karaikudi. Our curated collection reflects the rich heritage of Chettinad craftsmanship and includes: Athangudi designer ceramic tiles inspired by traditional palace patterns Handcrafted magnets and coasters featuring heritage motifs Chettinad sarees and traditional bangles Authentic Tanjore paintings with classical gold detailing Vintage-style collectibles and artistic décor pieces Curated stationery and keepsakes designed for gifting And many, many more. Each product is carefully selected based on visitor feedback to ensure you take home a meaningful and memorable piece of Athangudi’s legacy.

We totally understand your concern. The primary reason is Maintenance. Even these days maintaining is a complex activity. With house facing road, it is challenging to shield from ever appearing dust. Nevertheless, we are open to your solution. Shoot us your idea on maintenance solutions, we are happy to learn and implement.

We have put humungous effort to keep the place in the way as it is today. Prioritizing and overseeing the renovation work. Learning from past experiences, with commercial filming, helped us to understand that the technology with high power instruments is burning the paint and wood, increasing the maintenance efforts to unprecedented heights.

No, Nada. None. No partnership, no promotion to any Tiles, Art, Restaurant, or Any Firm whatsoever. This is a house managed by key family members. Opened to the public to promote Chettinad Heritage and tourism. We only offer in-house souvenirs, curated especially for Athangudi Palace. You can avail them during your visit. Please look at "Discover You" Section. Please reach out to us at info@athangudipalace.com for more details.

No, boarding and lodging arrangements require changing the primary design and altering the structure, we cannot do that without doing away with the original elements.

"Sri Letchmi Vilas" now globally recognized as Athangudi Palace is a house built by Shri. N. AR. Nachiappa Chettiar and Shrimathi Meyyammai Aachi. It is now managed by key family members.

It is well connected by Air (TRZ, Trichy Airport at 75Kms and MDU, Madurai Airport at 105 Kms). It is ~12 Kms from Karaikudi - a neighboring city well connected by trains and buses. Location

Yes, Athangudi Palace (also known as Sri Letchmi Vilas) regularly hosts curated cultural events that celebrate the rich artistic traditions of Chettinad and Tamil heritage. We organize biannual cultural festivals featuring renowned artists and experts in music (Isai), dance (Natyam), and traditional arts (Kalai). These events offer a rare opportunity to experience classical South Indian performances in the grandeur of a historic palace. Featured Cultural Performances Carnatic Music Concert by Kamala Palaniappan Nadaswaram Performance by T. K. Ganesan (Illam Thendral) Classical Music Recital by B. Gopalakrishnan Bharatanatyam Performance by M. S. Sarla & Team When are these events held? Cultural events are typically held twice a year, often aligned with heritage seasons and festive occasions in Tamil Nadu. How can I stay updated on upcoming events? For the latest schedules, artist line-ups, and event announcements, we recommend visiting the “Plan Your Visit” section on our website regularly. This ensures you don’t miss newly announced performances and special cultural programs at the palace.