Thiruvananthapuram - 14 Attractions You Must Visit
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About Thiruvananthapuram
Home to many palaces, forts and wealthy temples. The center of administrations for the state of Kerala.
Types of Attractions in Thiruvananthapuram
Activities Around
List of Attractions in Thiruvananthapuram
Agasthyakoodam
Waterfalls
Viewpoints
Hindu Temples
2-5 Day Treks
Mountain Peaks
Forests
Wildlife Sanctuaries
The most difficult trek in Kerala, taking you to the top of Agasthyakoodam through forests and valleys and waterfalls.
Connemara Market Palayam
Street Markets
An old market that sells all household items- a backbone for the netizens and a colourful place for the visitors.
Kappil Beach Thiruvananthapuram
Beaches
Lake/ River/ Ponds
Clean beach and a long road sandwiched between the beach on one side and backwaters in another. The waves are a bit harsh here.
Kovalam Beach
Beaches
Lighthouses
Surfing Spots
One of the most beautiful beach of Kerala, surrounded by shops, lighthouse and rocky capes.
Kuthiramalika Palace
Palaces
Museums
Music Festivals
The former residence of Travancore King Swathi Thirunal Rama Varma. Known for its architecture and its museum storing unique exhibits
Meenmutty Waterfalls- Thiruvananthapuram
Waterfalls
Short Hikes
The 30 meters tall waterfall accessed by a hike through dense tropical forest.
Napier Museum
Museums
An architecturally impressive museum building, housing many exhibits from 8th to 18th century.
Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary
Dams
1 Day Treks
Forests
A dam-site with its beautiful tiny islands and a sanctuary with thick forest covers
Ponmudi Hill Station
Mountain Peaks
Short Hikes
The golden peaks of Ponmudi with its year-round cool climate and amazing scenery.
Sasthampara
Hindu Temples
Mountain Peaks
Offbeat hillock destination, trekking,city view etc.
Shangumugham Beach
Beaches
Sculptures
A place away from the city crowd which has many historical importance. White sand, serene atmosphere , street foods and all.
Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
Lake/ River/ Ponds
Hindu Temples
Temple Festivals
The ancient temple with its billions of dollars of wealth, impeccable architecture and legends.
Thiruvananthapuram Zoo
Zoos
Parks
One of the oldest zoo in India, home to a large number of wild animals.
Varkala Beach
Beaches
Viewpoints
Cliffs
Also known as Papanasham Beach by its historical beliefs.Only place in Kerala where cliffs are found adjacent to the Arabian Sea