Trivandrum, also known as Thiruvananthapuram is the capital city of the state of Kerala. The city introduces downtown urban life and its co-existence with the traditional culture of the South. Trivandrum is popular for its beaches, tropical vegetation, and wooded highlands. Mahatma Gandhi once called Trivandrum as the "Evergreen City of India". Tourists enjoy holidays in Trivandrum while relaxing amidst the amazing landscapes and pebbly golden beaches. The best time to book a Trivandrum package is during the pleasant and cold winters (Oct-Nov).
The history of Trivandrum stretches back to 1000 BCE, as mentioned in the Roman and Greek literature. Within India, however, the city was ruled by the Ays, Venad, Maharaja Swathi Thirunal, and Maharaja Ayilyam Thirunal. Later, it became an important meeting spot of the Indian National Congress during the independence struggle. To explore the heritage and history of the city, tourists should include visits to several historical sites in their Trivandrum tour package. Some popular historical sites in Trivandrum include Puthenmalika Palace, Anjego Fort, Poonjar Palace, Kanakakkunnu Hall, Agasthyakoodam, Vivekananda Rock Memorial & Padmanabhapuram Swami Temple, Kuthiramalika Palace, Gandhi memorial, Napier Museum, and others.
Some other popular excursions that must be included in your Trivandrum holiday package are Thiruvallam, Kanyakumari (Cape Comorin), Aruvikkara Dam, Tiruvalluvar statue, Neyyar Dam, Vizhinjam Rock Cut Cave, Koyikkal Palace Nejumangad, etc. The culturally vivid city also invites the shopaholics to some of the amazing markets of handicrafts, colorful fabrics, aromatic spices, and condiments. You can visit the Connemara Market, Sankars Coffee & Tea, Chalai Market, and others. Most of these famous markets are located near or within the MG Road. You can also visit the S.M.S.M Kerala Government Emporium for buying traditional paintings and souvenirs of Trivandrum.
Apart from this, you can spend leisure time amidst the exquisite beaches like Kovalam Beach, Lighthouse Beach, Hawa Beach, Samudra Beach, Shanghumukham Beach, Varkala Beach, Azhimala Beach, Vizhinjam Beach, and Poovar Beach.
The city is connected to the major cities of India and abroad via Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, which is located 6 km away from Trivandrum. You can also travel here via rail. There are regular trains to and from the Trivandrum Central Railway Station connecting the city to other major cities of India. The road network connects Trivandrum to some major cities like Chennai, Kumarakom, Kochi, Madurai, Bangalore, and Alleppey. From the airport or railway/ bus stations, you can book a taxi or cab to your hotel or destination. You must ensure that your Trivandrum travel package includes ticket booking (air/ rail/ bus) to save yourself from hassles. More »
