Thiruvananthapuram
(formerly, Trivandrum), the capital of the Indian state of
Kerala, lies on the southwest coast of India. The place is
well connected to most of the other major cities of India
through rail, road, and air network.
The city derives its name from Thiru Anantha Puram, which
means the town of Anantha. In fact, Anantha is the deity
at the Sree Anantha Padmanabhaswami Temple, a major landmark
of the city believed to be several thousands years old.
Legend has it that traders came to Thiruvananthapuram as
far back as AD 190 for spices, sandalwood, and ivory. It
was in the 18th century that Thiruvananthapuram shot into
prominence when the erstwhile kings of the then Travancore
state shifted their capital from Padmanabhapuram to Thiruvananthapuram.
After India’s independence, the city was made the capital
of Kerala.
The city’s proximity to the sea gives it a pleasant
climate throughout the year though the summers can turn a
bit hot with the maximum temperature at times going up to
36.2°C. The monsoon here lasts from May to November.
Sightseeing :
Places to visit in destination - Trivandrum
The ancient temple
of Sri Padmanabhaswamy is one of the major
attractions in the city of Thiruvananthapuram. Move around
the city and you get to see various picturesque spots besides
the glimpses of the city’s past. Some of the attractions
that are not to be missed are the Napier Museum,
Sri Chitra Art Gallery, Zoo, Observatory Hill, Science and
Technology Museum, and Chacha Nehru Children’s Museum.
Excursions
around Thiruvananthapuram take you to places that are not
only famous in the state but throughout the country. Kovalam,
16 km away from Thiruvananthapuram, is an internationally
renowned beach. You can also visit Varkala,
a tranquil sea resort besides Kanyakumari,
a place famous for its beaches as well as temples. The other
attractions include Padmanabhapuram Palace, Ponmudi,
Aruvippuram and Neyyar Dam.
Enjoy a journey through the delights of Kerala, with its warm beaches and delicious sea food. Also visit the famous Temples of Tamilnadu, which take you along a walk through history of beautiful art and architecture.
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