Trivandrum International Airport 30 min
Veli Lake Tourist Village (21 min) Scenic lake with a beach playground floating cafe & sculptures plus activities such as boating. Vellayani Lake (27 min) Picturesque freshwater lake offering abundant flora & fauna boat rides & walking trails. Shangumugham Beach (20 min) This sandy stretch of coastline for recreation hosts a ceremonial procession honoring Hindu deities. Kuthira Malika (6 min) Named for the 122 carved horses in its walls this 1840s palace features a museum & guided tours. Tiruvanthapuram Model School Junction (12 min) Pazhavangadi Ganapathi Temple (11 min) Busy temple known for its many Ganesha idols including one seated with his right leg folded. Kerala State Science U0026 Technology Museum U0026 Priyadarsini Planetarium (9 min) Educational exhibits & activities illustrating scientific principles plus a planetarium & 3D films. Aristo Junction (11 min) Kowdiar Palace (13 min) Palace and architecture Attukal Bhagavathy Temple (10 min) This colorful temple dedicated to a Hindu goddess is known for its female-focused annual festival. Thiruvallam Parasurama Swami Temple (16 min) Ancient Hindu temple where devotees pay homage to ancestors & after-death ceremonies are performed. Sri Chitra Art Gallery (9 min) Traditional & contemporary Indian works are shown at this gallery that was founded in 1935. Thiruvananthapuram Zoo (9 min) Sprawling conservatory & zoo featuring a wide variety of domestic & exotic animals. Kanakakkunnu Palace (9 min) Old royal palace offering a lavish interior lush grounds & cultural events including dance shows. |