Thiruvananthapuram, earlier known as Trivandrum is gateway to one of the most beautiful Indian states, Kerala. Stretching along the southern coast of the country, with the Backwaters reaching deep into the verdant countryside, Kerala affords a fascinating experience. Trivandrum is one of the most beautiful cities of India. Balanced on undulating terrain of low coastal hills near the southern edge of the Indian mainland, clean and green Trivandrum is an ancient city with trading tradition dating back to 1000 BC.
Aaranmula Boat Race : The Aaranmula Boat Race is held every year in the beautiful village of Aaranmula in August/ September. This river carnival is part of the Aaranmula Temple festival.
Varkala Beach : Varkala is a seaside resort. It is also an important Hindu center of pilgrimage. High cliffs with rich mineral springs rise majestically from the coastline. The 2,000-year-old Janardana Swamy Temple and the Nature Center are the two main attractions here at Varkala.
Aaranmula : Parthasarthy temple, dedicated or Lord Krishna is believed to date back to the days of the Mahabharata. The Vaishnavite Alwar Saints have sung its glory.
Agastyarkoodam : Agastyarkoodam is a spectacular peak in the Western Ghats that rises to a majestic height of about 1868 m in the form of a sharp cone. It is accessible only by foot, with 61 km of trekking from Bonacaud, and 32 km from Neyyar Dam.
Akkulam Lake : Akkulam Lake is situated 3 km away from Ulloor junction, in Trivandrum city. Children's park here is one of the biggest in Kerala. Boating facilities are also provided in the lake.
Aruvippuram : Aruvippuram is a pilgrim center located in a picturesque location, 24 km from Trivandrum. It is also a beautiful and lovely picnic spot. The place derives its name from a stream.
Beema Palli Mahotsavam : Beema Palli is a mosque situated on the coast, nearly 5 km south of Trivandrum city. The shrine is dedicated to Beema Beevi, a pious Muslim lady believed to have divine powers.
Koyikkal Palace : Koyikkal Palace, the ancient palace, located 18 km from Trivandrum on the way to Ponmudi hillstation and the Kuttalam waterfalls, dates back to the 15th century.
Kulathupuzha Temple : Fanous for the Sastha temple, Kulathupuzha is situated on a forest range on the Thiruvananthapuram - Shenkottai road.
Kuthiramalika Palace Museum : Kuthiramalika Palace Museum, a classic specimen of Kerala Architecture is situated in 'Kuthiramalika'.
Napier Museum : The Napier museum contains a fine collection of Kerala's bronzes, ornaments and contumes, and a model of "Tharawad' the traditional Nair family home.
Neyyar Dam : Neyyar dam, lying against the southern low hills of the Western Ghats, 32 km away from the Trivandrum city is a popular picnic spot with a lake and a picturesque dam site.
Padmanabhapuram Palace : A place of elaborate woodwork, the Padmanabhapuram was the ancient seat of the Travancore rulers. It contains relics of historical and artistic value.
Paripally Gajamela : Paripally, 48 km north of Trivandrum is noted for its Gajamela or Elephant pageant. Over 50 elephants are taken out on a ritual procession on the tenth day of the festival in the month of February-March.
Aaranmula Boat Race : The Aaranmula Boat Race is held every year in the beautiful village of Aaranmula in August/ September. This river carnival is part of the Aaranmula Temple festival.
Varkala Beach : Varkala is a seaside resort. It is also an important Hindu center of pilgrimage. High cliffs with rich mineral springs rise majestically from the coastline. The 2,000-year-old Janardana Swamy Temple and the Nature Center are the two main attractions here at Varkala.
Aaranmula : Parthasarthy temple, dedicated or Lord Krishna is believed to date back to the days of the Mahabharata. The Vaishnavite Alwar Saints have sung its glory.
Agastyarkoodam : Agastyarkoodam is a spectacular peak in the Western Ghats that rises to a majestic height of about 1868 m in the form of a sharp cone. It is accessible only by foot, with 61 km of trekking from Bonacaud, and 32 km from Neyyar Dam.
Akkulam Lake : Akkulam Lake is situated 3 km away from Ulloor junction, in Trivandrum city. Children's park here is one of the biggest in Kerala. Boating facilities are also provided in the lake.
Aruvippuram : Aruvippuram is a pilgrim center located in a picturesque location, 24 km from Trivandrum. It is also a beautiful and lovely picnic spot. The place derives its name from a stream.
Beema Palli Mahotsavam : Beema Palli is a mosque situated on the coast, nearly 5 km south of Trivandrum city. The shrine is dedicated to Beema Beevi, a pious Muslim lady believed to have divine powers.
Koyikkal Palace : Koyikkal Palace, the ancient palace, located 18 km from Trivandrum on the way to Ponmudi hillstation and the Kuttalam waterfalls, dates back to the 15th century.
Kulathupuzha Temple : Fanous for the Sastha temple, Kulathupuzha is situated on a forest range on the Thiruvananthapuram - Shenkottai road.
Kuthiramalika Palace Museum : Kuthiramalika Palace Museum, a classic specimen of Kerala Architecture is situated in 'Kuthiramalika'.
Napier Museum : The Napier museum contains a fine collection of Kerala's bronzes, ornaments and contumes, and a model of "Tharawad' the traditional Nair family home.
Neyyar Dam : Neyyar dam, lying against the southern low hills of the Western Ghats, 32 km away from the Trivandrum city is a popular picnic spot with a lake and a picturesque dam site.
Padmanabhapuram Palace : A place of elaborate woodwork, the Padmanabhapuram was the ancient seat of the Travancore rulers. It contains relics of historical and artistic value.
Paripally Gajamela : Paripally, 48 km north of Trivandrum is noted for its Gajamela or Elephant pageant. Over 50 elephants are taken out on a ritual procession on the tenth day of the festival in the month of February-March.
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