The Archive department maintains the supervision, preservation and administration of records of archival importance. It keeps the custody, care and management of records acquired and received in the Archives. The State Archives in Thiruvananthapuram The headquarters of the Archives Department is located in Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of Kerala. The State Archives building is a hub of historical research, housing thousands of documents and manuscripts. It also features a reading room where visitors can access these resources for study and research. Notable Collections The department collects and preserves a wide range of materials, including: Palm-leaf Manuscripts These ancient texts, written in Malayalam, Sanskrit, and Tamil, cover topics such as literature, medicine, astrology, and governance. Books Micro Films Around 458 micro films that include those acquired from India Office Library and records, London and microfilms prepared under Central assistance scheme from central Archives, Trivandrum, regional Archives, Ernakulam and Directorate of Archives Records from palaces and temples  The collection includes Chellam Vaka records, which are records from the Padmanabha Swamy Temple and palace. These records relate to important political events like wars, treaties, and diplomacy. Get in Touch Directorate of State ArchivesLocated at : Nalanda, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala – 695 003Tele : +91 471 2313759Office : +91 471 2311547Email: keralaarchives@gmail.com