Thiruvananthapuram,
the capital city of Kerala is also known as Trivandrum. Lies on the South
Western corner of India, the
city is enveloped by the Arabian sea on the
West and the state of Tamilnadu on the east. Thiruvananthapuram Festivals
are also a major draw for tourists.
Tourism in
Trivandrum incorporates the
following attractions:
Padmanabha Swamy
Temple
Lying inside the
East Fort, Shree Padmanabhaswamy temple is a famous attraction of
Trivandrum. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the temple is among the 108 holy
places of Lord Vishnu. The temple boasts of its Dravidian architecture. The
main attraction is the deity of Lord Vishnu. The site also speaks volume about
its mural paintings and stone carvings.
The Kanakakunnu
Palace
This magnificent
architecture stands as a witness to the rich heritage of the town. Built during
the rule of the then Travancore King, the palace lies close to the Napier
Museum. Several cultural programmes are organized against the backdrop of the
palace, exhibiting the rich heritage of the city. It is an important attraction
of Thiruvananthapuram Travel.
The Napier
Museum
Constructed in the
19th century, the museum boasts of its indo-saracenic structure.
Visit the museum on your Thiruvananthapuram tour that serves as an
important attraction of the city. Tourists can view a rare collection of
historic and archaeological artifacts, old ornaments, bronze idols, ivory
carvings and a temple chariot.
Kovalam Beach
The beach serves as
the most popular attraction of Trivandrum. Known for its three bow-shaped
beaches, the beach boasts of its azure sea, palm trees and silvery sands. Light
house is the largest of three crescent-shaped beaches. Hawah is the second
largest beach while Samudra is the smallest one. All these beaches are famous
for swimming, sunbathing, water sports activities and spa centres.
Sri Chitra Art
Gallery
Situated near the
Napier museum, Sri Chitra Art Gallery has a rare collection of Raja Ravi Varma
paintings. Exquisite Mughal, Rajput and Rajasthani paintings are also on
display. The Tanjore and Balinese paintings are also popular for their elegant
stone work with rich colour utilized in the paintings, making it among the
famous Trivandrum attractions.
Boat Rides
The fascinating backwaters of Thiruvananthapuram beckon
tourists to go on an interesting boat-ride. Dotted with arresting palm trees
and thatched huts, the backwater banks look spectacular. Cruising on boats
along the backwaters will add delightful memories to your Trivandrum trip. Tourists
especially enjoy Thiruvananthapuram backwaters tour on their visit to the city.
Thiruvananthapuram
Travel takes you on an
interesting exploration. Visit Padmanabha Swamy Temple, which serves as the
most popular attraction of the city.
