Location : In the
South Indian state of Kerala.
Major Tourist Attractions : Backwaters, Beaches, Shree
Padhmanabhaswamy temple, The Kanakakunnu Palace, Vizhinjam, The Science and
Technology museum, the Government Secretariat, the Kowdiar palace, the
Senate house, Veli lagoon.
Best Hangouts : Beaches, Veli Lagoon, Vizhinjam,
Ponmudi.
Best Buys : Silk Sarees.
Nearby Tourist Attractions : Kovalam, Ponmudi, Munnar,
Ooty, Kanyakumari, Kollam, Varkala.
About Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram)
Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of "God's Own Country" -
Kerala is also popularly known by its anglicised name Trivandrum.
Thiruvananthapuram , the southern most district of Kerala state is situated
to the extreme south of India. To the north of Trivandrum is Kollam district
and Thirunelveli and Kanyakumari districts of Tamilnadu are on the east and
south respectively. The district can be divided into three geographical
regions - highlands, midlands and lowlands. The major tourist attractions of
Thiruvananthapuram are its famous beaches, which are the best bet to relax
after a tiring trip.
Tourist
Attractions in Trivandrum
Shree Padhmanabhaswamy temple
Shree Padhmanabhaswamy temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu is held high by the
Hindus from antiquity. The temple has a large complex with a huge gopuram.
It has a tank beside it for ritual bathing.
The Kanakakunnu Palace
This palace in the centre of Trivandrum city is one of the most beautiful
buildings. The palace and its sprawling grounds are today the platform for
many cultural meets.
The Museum
The museum building is an architectural beauty. The napier museum, the
natural history museum, the reptile house and the Shri Chitra Art Gallery
are enclosed in the same complex amidst a picturesquely laid out garden and
park.
Kovalam
About 12 km from Trivandrum is Kovalam, one of the finest and spectacular
beaches in India. It has been developed into an integrated seaside resort.
The beach complex has many hotels, cottages, yoga centres etc.
Vizhinjam
About 2 kms south of Kovalam, Vizhinjam is believed to be an ancient port.
The Dutch and Portugese had commercial establishments here. It is being
developed as a modern fishing harbour.
Veli lagoon
The boat club attracts tourists by providing facilities for pedal boating ,
row boating , swimming on the placid waters of the veli lake.
Getting There
Air
: There are three airports in the state - at Trivandrum, Kochi, and
Kozhikode. Trivandrum is also an international airport, connecting the state
to many places in the Middle East.
Rail : There are around 200 railway stations in Kerala connecting
most of the places in the state to places in the other parts of the country
and inside the state.
Road : An extensive network of metalled roads connects most of the
places in the state. National highways 47, 17, and 49 connect the state with
other parts of the country.
Water : Inland water navigation systems are available in many
districts. Boats are extensively used to connect many places within the
state.
Accommodation
Accommodations are plenty in Trivandrum. One can pick from luxury, to
deluxe and budget category hotels. We offer you accommodations in best
atmosphere with all inclusive facilities and services as per your need and
pocket. The accommodations booked by us are perfectly planned to fit your
needs.
