Trivandrum, is the capital of the
Indian state of Kerala and the headquarters of the
Thiruvananthapuram District. It is located on the
west coast of India near the extreme south of the
mainland. Referred to by Mahatma Gandhi as the
"Evergreen city of India", the city is characterized
by its undulating terrain of low coastal hills and
busy commercial alleys. It is the largest and most
populous city in Kerala; the wider urban
agglomeration having a population of about one
million. The city is the state capital and houses
many central and state government offices,
organizations and companies.
Tourism
Attractions
Sri Padmanabhaswamy temple
Sri Padmanabhaswamy temple, is a
famous Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu,
located inside the East Fort in city of
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. The temple is one
of the 108 divya desam, the holiest abodes of Lord
Vishnu and the main deity, Padmanabhaswamy is a form
of Vishnu in Anananthasayanam posture. This is an
ancient temple and the city of Thiruvananthapuram
derives its name from the name of the presiding
deity enshrined in the temple.
Poovar
Poovar is a small coastal village
in Trivandrum district of Kerala state, south India.
This village has a beautiful beach which attracts
tourists. Poovar lies very close to Vizhinjam, a
natural harbour. Poovar has an estuary which
connects with the sea during high tides. It's
natural beauty enables it to be a quiet tourist
spot.
Akkulam
Akkulam is one of the beautiful
picnic spots, in Trivandrum city. The spot is
developed on the banks of Akulam Lake, which is an
extension of the Veli Lake. The calm and serene
atmosphere and its unique natural beauty are a
fascination for tourists. The Boat Club, which
started functioning in 1989, now operates speed,
safari, pedal and row boats from Akkulam to Veli
Tourist Village. A traditional style Kettuvallom is
also available for overnight stay.
Aruvippuram
The place is about seven km from
Neyyattinkara. There is a small waterfall here. A
Siva temple founded by Sree Narayana Guru attracts a
large number of worshippers during the Sivarathri
festival. It is a beautiful spot for holiday
seekers.