Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

The __________ came to be known as the Dutch Palace.

Options:

Mattancherry Palace

Hawa Mahal

Mysore Palace

Leh Palace

Correct Answer:

Mattancherry Palace

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) → Mattancherry Palace

The Mattancherry Palace came to be known as the Dutch Palace. The palace was originally built by the Portuguese in 1555 and gifted to the king of Kochi. The Dutch extensively renovated the palace in the 17th century, which is why it earned the nickname "Dutch Palace." It's known for its beautiful Kerala style architecture with European influences.