| About Thiruvananthapuram |
| Thiruvananthapuram which was previously called Trivandrum is an ancient city with tradition dating back to 1000 BC. Apart from being the political nerve centre of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of the state of Kerala is a beautiful seaside city built on seven hills. |
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| Best Time To Visit |
| August to March
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| Airport/Ways To Reach |
| Trivandrum International Airport |
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| Places To Visit |
Varkala Beach - is about 54 km. from Thiruvananthapuram. Varkala is the only place in southern Kerala where one can find cliffs adjacent to the Arabian sea. What makes Varkala truly special as a holiday destination, is that, it offers all the pleasures of the more famous Kovalam minus the chaos and crowds of tourists.
Kovalam Beach - situated 16 Km. south of Trivandrum city. Kovalam has become one of the most popular beach hangouts in India. Kovalam means a grove of coconut trees and truly the coconut trees along the beaches gives it a ravishing look. Three crescent-shaped beaches separated by rocky headlands.
Other Attractive Places
Technopark, Janardana Swami Temple, Napier Museum, Kanakakunnu Palace, etc.
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| Important Phone# |
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Thiruvananthapuram International Airport : +91 471 2500283 / 2501424
Thiruvananthapuram Police Control Room : 100 / 1090 / +91 471 2320579 / 2323657
Medical College Hospital : +91 471 2444270
KIMS Hospital : +91 471 2447575 / 3041000
Stavyah Lifecare Centre, Varkala : +91 470 2607766 / 6453636 / 9447144430
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