Rama Varma XVI
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Maharaja Rama Varma XVI on a revenue stamp of Cochin
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Statue of Rama Varma XVI in Thrissur city
Sir Sri Rama Varma XVI GCIE (1858 – March 21, 1932) was the ruler of the Kingdom of Cochin from 1915 to 1932.
Reign
Rama Varma XVI succeeded Rama Varma XV on his abdication in 1914. Rama Varma ruled from January 25, 1915 till his death on March 21, 1932. He will be remembered as the king who had given the Thitooram (Royal white) to build a new church within the premises of the fort city of Thrissur. Basilica of Our Lady of Dolours known as the largest church in India, stand tall in Thrissur, showing the love of the king to Christians.
Death
Rama Varma died on March 21, 1932 in Madras. He was aged 74. As he died at Madras, he is known as 'Madrasil Theepetta Thamburan'.
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| Preceded by | Maharaja of Cochin 1915–1932 |
Succeeded by Rama Varma XVII |
