Overview
The capital city of Kerala, Trivandrum is known for its trading history dating back to 1000 BC. It occupies a position along the southern coast of India. The city was once an important part of the capital of Travancore. Trivandrum or Thiruvananthapuram attracts travellers on account of its spacious layout and the regulated pace of life, unlike the cities other cities of India. The exotic beaches, the overwhelming greenery and the scenic charm of the place account for a vacation travellers may never want to forget.

Climate & Best Time
Due to its closeness to the sea, Trivandrum has tropical climate conditions. There are no extremities and the weather remains pleasurable through the year. During summers, the average temperature records 36 degrees centigrade whereas in winters, it shows a minimum of 18 degrees centigrade. May to November is the time of monsoons. You can make a trip to the city anytime between October and March, which is the pleasant time of the year.

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Places to Visit
A variety of tourist attractions await you at Trivandrum. There are beaches, temples, museums, lakes and dams for you to visit. Try to spend a couple of days here to entirely soak up the charm of the place.

» Padmanabha Swamy Temple
A major draw for visitors to Trivandrum, the temple showcases a brilliant amalgamation of the Kerala and the Dravidian style of architecture. The seven-storey gopuram is worth watching for everyone. The intricate murals, carvings and sculptures are a big attraction for visitors.

» Veli Tourist Lodge
Those who are in search of an idyllic picnic spot can head straight to this spot. The beautifully landscaped gardens, boating facilities and well-maintained restaurants offer a wonderful experience.

» Ponmudi
Just at 65 km from Thiruvananthapuram, Ponmudi is a scenic hill station. Fresh air, meandering pathways and wooded environs render the spot irresistible for travellers.

» Neyyar Dam
Located 30 km east of Thiruvananthapuram, the place was founded in 1958. To add to the delight of tourists, it has a watch tower, a crocodile farm, a lion safari park and a deer park. At the Neyyar Sanctuary, you can spot wildlife species like gaur, sloth bear, Nilgiri tahr, sambar, elephant, deer etc.

Stay Options
To cater to the needs of a huge inflow of tourists, Trivandrum has come with a number of stay options ranging from five star and four star to heritage and budget category hotels. You can book your stay at hotels like the Muthoot Plaza (5 star), Hotel Residency Tower (4 star), South Park Hotel (4 star), the Travancore Hotel (heritage), Poovar Island Resort (heritage) etc.

Getting There
Trivandrum has an international airport with flights connecting to all the major destinations of the country and the world. You can avail of regular domestic flights linking with Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and Kochi among others. Trivandrum is a major railhead of Kerala with regular express and superfast trains to different parts of the state and the country. A well-established road network connects Trivandrum with various parts of the state and outside.

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