Trivandrum — Travel Guide
Trivandrum or Thiruvananthapuram as it is called in Malayali is the capital city of Kerala. The name Thiruvananthapuram itself recalls to the mind Sri Padmanabhaswamy and his repose on the five-headed serpent Sesha naga. The city is certainly his abode; his temple being the predominant landmark. It is this sentiment that has helped the city retains its old world charm in the face of rapid political and technological progress. The city is steeped in history and culture. The palaces and the museums are a constant reminder of its golden and eventful history.he tertiary sector dominated the economy of the city. Presently, the industries which contribute to the economy of the city are information technology industry, tourism and leisure industry, tea and coffee production industry, rubber plantation industry and education industry. It houses many medium and large scale industries which come under different sectors. There are industries like coir production, handloom weaving and silk manufacturing. Tourism is another important industry which contributes to its economy. The first industrial park for software, electronics and IT is situated in Thiruvananthapuram.
Thiruvananthapuram (known as Trivandrum) the capital of Kerala. Located at the South Western tip of India, is bounded by the Arabian sea on the West and Tamil Nadu on the East. The wooded highlands on the Western Ghats in the Eastern and North Eastern borders give some of the most enchanting picnic spots, a long shorline, with internationally renowned beaches, historic monuments, backwater stretches and a rich cultural heritage make this district a much sought after tourist destination. A long shoreline with internationally renowned beaches, historic monuments, backwater stretches and a rich cultural heritage make this district a much sought-after tourist destination. Clean and green, Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of Kerala is one of the most beautiful cities in the country.
Though tourists can visit here through all the season but still the best time to visit Thiruvananthapuram is from November to January.
By Air
The Trivandrum International Airport connects a number of cities in India and abroad.
By Train
Trivandrum Central is the main railway station located few kilometers away from the city center.
Coir Products and Metal Work is famous for Tourists Shopping in Thiruvananthapuram. The miniature Kathakali masks are also beautiful souvenirs.The prime shopping district in Thiruvananthapuram is MG Road, where there are a number of shopping complexes and shopping stores selling everything from local spices to handicrafts made out of wood, horn, metal, coir and handloom. Thiruvananthapuram is famed for its intricately-carved wooden objects, bronze items, Kathakali masks, traditional fabrics a
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