Plan a ravishing trip to the stunning destination- Thiruvananthapuram. With so much to see and experience around, there is an awfully long list of things to do in Thiruvananthapuram. Head towards the most renowned temple- Padmanabhaswamy temple that is a great example of the fusion of Keralite and Dravidian cultures. The astonishing architecture and the serene atmosphere attracts travellers to visit this temple. This temple holds the intricated stonework and awesome backdrop that truly deserves to be on the top list to visit.

Another famous temple that should be visited is the Karikkakom Chamundi Devi temple that is almost 600 years old and is situated about 7kms North of Padmanabhaswamy temple. This temple is devoted to Goddess Chamundi and flaunts its intricate Keralite art and culture. Another famous temple is the Pazhavangadi Ganapathy temple that is one of the most popular Ganesh temples in the South. Visit this temple not only for darshan but to witness the tranquillity of this temple.

The wildlife enthusiasts will surely get happy by exploring the Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary. This beautiful sanctuary is home to various endangered species. It is located at a distance of about 35kms north of Thiruvananthapuram. The sanctuary organises Lion safaris that cannot be missed.

Head towards the Neyyar Dam, located in the foothills of Western Ghats, around 30kms away from the town. It is indeed a very beautiful place to visit. Enjoy boating and fishing here. The warm welcome by the locals and the food and facilities here will leave you craving for some more time here. Visit the Academy for Mountaineering and Adventure Sports that offers several adventure activities that include- water sports, air adventures like Scuba diving and rafting, skydiving and paragliding. It is a great place for all adventure enthusiasts.

The history buffs can visit the Trivandrum Museums where you will get an insight into history and culture. Spend a day at the Napier museum and Natural History Museum that is located together in the heart of the city. Head towards the SMSM institute, is a perfect place to witness the traditional art of Kerala. The institute also sells artefacts that are truly worth buying. What is as good as after the tiring day visiting the places you get an Ayurveda treatment. Visit the Ayushmanbhava Ayurvedic centre that is renowned for its principles that use the Ayurveda treatments to heal the soul. It is the best place to rejuvenate and refresh. Visit the Kanakakunnu Palace that is located very close to Napier Museum. It was built under the rule of the Travancore King. Presently the palace host to a plethora of cultural programme that is held on its premises.

Witness the beautiful beaches in your Thiruvananthapuram tour- Shanghumukhambeach is one of the popular beaches and is famed for its clear waters and soulful sunsets. It is next to the Trivandrum airport and is a must-visit beach. Another Known beach is the Veli beach that is nestled just 10kms from the city centre of Trivandrum. This serene beach has a garden too. The other beaches that are truly worth visiting are- Puthenthope beach that offers peace and tranquillity and Shanghumugham Beach that houses the giant 35m long sculpture of a mermaid known as the MatsyaKanyaka that is the prime attraction at the beach. Head towards the Akkulam lake that is the extension of the VeliLake. It merges with the sea in the end and is one of the popular picnic spots. Another famous lake is the Vellayani lake that is one of the pristine lakes in Trivandrum. The water of this lake is used for irrigation and drinking purposes and harvesting lotus flowers.

Proudly retaining its age-old cultural charm, Thiruvananthapuram welcomes the travellers with several sites that are truly mesmerizing.