Trivandrum International Airport 35 min
Kanakakkunnu Palace (12 min) Old royal palace offering a lavish interior lush grounds & cultural events including dance shows. Attukal Bhagavathy Temple (22 min) This colorful temple dedicated to a Hindu goddess is known for its female-focused annual festival. Vellayani Lake (35 min) Picturesque freshwater lake offering abundant flora & fauna boat rides & walking trails. Thiruvananthapuram Zoo (11 min) Sprawling conservatory & zoo featuring a wide variety of domestic & exotic animals. Kerala State Science U0026 Technology Museum U0026 Priyadarsini Planetarium (11 min) Educational exhibits & activities illustrating scientific principles plus a planetarium & 3D films. Pazhavangadi Ganapathi Temple (16 min) Busy temple known for its many Ganesha idols including one seated with his right leg folded. Kuthira Malika (18 min) Named for the 122 carved horses in its walls this 1840s palace features a museum & guided tours. Veli Lake Tourist Village (17 min) Scenic lake with a beach playground floating cafe & sculptures plus activities such as boating. Sri Chitra Art Gallery (11 min) Traditional & contemporary Indian works are shown at this gallery that was founded in 1935. Shangumugham Beach (21 min) This sandy stretch of coastline for recreation hosts a ceremonial procession honoring Hindu deities. Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple (15 min) 1729 temple complex known for its towering gateway and shrine to Padmanabha reclining on a serpent. Kowdiar Palace (12 min) Palace and architecture Magic Planet (25 min) Lively theme park devoted to the practice of magic with street performances aerialists & a museum. |