Tourist places in Thiruvananthapuram
Thiruvananthapuram is the capital of kerala.This district is situated at the southwestern tip of India.
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Area:2192 square km
Taluks:Thiruvanathapuram,Neyyattinkara,Chirayankeezhu
Municipalities:Neyyattinkara,Attingal,Varkala,Nedumangad
Corporation:Trivandrum
Thiruvananthapuram is an enchanting touristspot in SouthIndia.This district shares its boundary with Tamilnadu on the east and Arabiansea on the west.Epic says that a dense forest which is ruled by a snake named 'Ananthan' has changed in to Thiruvananthapuram.This place is known as old kingdom of 'Thiruvithamkur'.Rich cultural heritage,tradition and custom are the major attraction to this place.
Places to visit in Thiruvanathapuram
Sri Padhmanabhaswami temple
This temple is famous for the dravidian architecture.It is located inside the east fort.It is known for the stone carvings and mural paintings.This Temple was rebuilted by the great king 'Marthandavarma' in 1733AD.This temple is dedicated to Lord Sri Pathmanabhaswamy(Lord Vishnu).Only hindhus are allowed here.
Napier Museum
Napier museum is a destination where art,culture and nature interact together.It is situated near palayam.Many tourists are coming to watch the museum in 80acres of land with a beutiful natural garden.The sculptures inside the museum are made as the combinationof art of Chinese and Mughals by the British.Here we can see a wonderful world of ornaments,sculptures,costumes,and various musical instruments.Visitors are not allowed on monday.
Sreechithra art gallery
Sreechithra art gallery is located near the Napier museum.This art gallery displays some of the selective paintings of the famous artist 'Sri Rajaravivarma'and other famous artists.It also includes paintings from Japan,China,Tibet and Bali.
Kovalam Beach
Kovalam beach is one of famous beach in India.It is 16 kilometers away from Thiruvananthapuram.
Shanghumugham beach near airport,Malikakottaram near Sri Padhmanabhaswamy temple,Planetorium,Scientific museum at PMG near palayam are the other places to be visited in Thiruvanathapuram.
Veli tourist village,Aakulam aruvikara dam with boating facilities,Neyyar dam,Padhmanabhapuram palace,Palode botanical garden,Kanyakumari,Ponmudi,Varkala beach are some of the interesting places to enjoy in Thiruvananthapuram.
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