Destinations..!
Thiruvanathapuram is also known as Trivandrum, the capital state of Kerala, India. Mahatma Gandhi referred Trivandrum as the "Evergreen city of India". It is the center of the state and central government offices. The capital city of Kerala is the main centre of Kerala political and also famous about its several educational facilities. It is added to the list of the greenest cities in India by holding the position of 10th. Trivandrum got credit from the India today's survey as the best city in India for Housing and Transport. The land of histories is well connected by air, rail and road. The headquarters of the Southern Air Command (SAC) of the Indian Air Force is situated in Trivandrum. It is the main IT hub of Kerala.
One of the main and attractive picnic centre is situated from 8km from Trivandrum city. This is the place where the Veli lagoon and the Arabian Sea join together. Veli tourist village covers the areas of 18 acres. Paddleboats and speedboats are available to enjoy the charms of the lagoon in a leisurely way. There are man-made landscapes for children.
Kovalm beach is an internationally famous beach which is located around 16 km from Trivandrum. It is the most favorite beach for both national and international peoples. Entertainments like sunbathing, shopping, catamaran cruising, water sports, rejuvenative Ayurvedic body toning massages and yoga's also available for the tourist people.
It is famous about the view of sunset. The Matsya kanyaka, indoor recreation club and restaurant shaped starfish are the main attractions of Shangumukham beach. It is very close to Trivandrum airport and the Veli tourist village.
The popular picnic destinations provide boating facilities on the lake and park for children.
It is treated as the backwater destination which is near to Kovalam. Canoe rides give added advantages to Thiruvallam. It keeps 10 km distance from Trivandrum city.
The king of Travancore, Maharaja Swathi Thirunal Balarama Verma built the historical palace. The traveler can find exquisite wood carvings and the traditional Travancore style of architecture. It is considered as the museum of various priceless collections of the royal family and paintings. It is close to the Sree Padmanabha Swami Temple .
It is situated on the way to Kanyakumari, around 54 km from Trivandrum city. It reveals the history of 17th and 18th centuries. Durbar hall, Belgian mirrors, carved Mahogany ceiling, granite dance halls, pictures of Lord Krishna, special black shiny halls made by the combination of, jaggery, coconut, charcoal, egg white, burnt coconut and river sand will give a feel of historical nostalgia .
It is situated on the way to Kanyakumari, around 54 km from Trivandrum city. It reveals the history of 17th and 18th centuries. Durbar hall, Belgian mirrors, carved Mahogany ceiling, granite dance halls, pictures of Lord Krishna, special black shiny halls made by the combination of, jaggery, coconut, charcoal, egg white, burnt coconut and river sand will give a feel of historical nostalgia .
Sree Padmanabha Swami Temple ,Science & Technology Museum & Priyadarshini Planetarium, Observatory, Museum Complex, Kanakakunnu Palace, Neyyar Dam, Aruvikkara Dam, Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary are other major tourist destinations in and around Trivandrum city.
