When you are planning a trip to God’s own country it is always better to start your trip from the capital city. The city has got an inviting look that any other destination in the state. There are a lot of places to visit and there is much more information to learn from this place. The city has got a rich culture and is the place where many stunning tourist destinations are located. No matter what the purpose of your trip is, Trivandrum has got everything to satisfy you. Here are some of the details about Trivandrum that you should know before you make the trip.
Beaches: There are many fabulous beaches in the district. Kovalam is a lovely destination which is the most crowded beach in the state. The beautiful scenery and the water sports activities make Kovalam exciting. There are many Ayurvedic centres near Kovalam. Varkala is another marvellous beach in Trivandrum. This is also famous for Hindu religious activities. Near to Varkala is Kappil Beach. It is famous for the charm of seasonal beach estuaries. Shangumugham is a lovely beach near to Trivandrum Airport. Veli Tourist Village is a must visit beach destination in the district.
Hill Stations: There are many fabulous hill stations in the capital city. Ponmudi is a stupendous holiday destination famous for its chilly breeze and natural beauty. Brymore and Bonacaud are famous for adventurous activities.
Pilgrim Centres: Padmanabhaswamy Temple is famous all over the globe for the treasure found here. The temple is located at East Fort and is a major Hindu temple. Attukal Temple is famous for the festival called Attukal Pongala when a huge flock of women from all over the country is observed in the city. Bheemapalli is a famous Muslim pilgrim centre. Vettukad Church is a famous Christian church located near the International Airport.
Informative centres: Museum and Zoo is located in the city and exhibits a lot of rare animals, birds, paintings, other historic things etc. Zoo is open on all days except Monday. Science Museum and Planetarium are located near Vikas Bhavan and is a must visit destination for the students.
Accommodation: There are many hotels and resorts running in different parts of the district. By choosing the best of them you can make your journey to Trivandrum most exciting. Biverah Hotel is located near the International Airport and this makes it the most acceptable hotel in the capital city. The hotel provides all the desired facilities at a reasonable rate. You can also stay near any of the tourist destinations like Kovalam, Poovar, Kappil and Varkala etc. Always make sure that the hotel you choose should give you utmost comfort to make your journey the happiest.