The Catholicate Palace, located in Devalokam near Kottayam, serves as the headquarters of the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church, also known as the Indian Orthodox Church. Established as the administrative and spiritual center of the church, it is home to the Catholicos of the East, the supreme head of the denomination. The palace is surrounded by serene landscapes and features a blend of traditional and modern architectural styles. It also houses archives and records significant to the history of the Malankara Orthodox Church.