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::: Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum)

Thiruvananthapuram also known as Trivandrum, is the capital of the Indian state of Kerala and Referred to by Mahatma Gandhi as the "Evergreen city of India", the city is characterized by its undulating terrain of low coastal hills and busy commercial alleys. Thiruvananthapuram is an ancient city with trading traditions dating back to 1000 BC. It is believed that the ships of King Solomon landed in a port called Ophir (now Poovar) in Thiruvananthapuram in 1036 BC. The rise of modern Thiruvananthapuram began with accession of Marthanda Varma in 1729 as the founding ruler of the princely state of Travancore (Thiruvithamkoor in the local vernacular). Thiruvananthapuram was made the capital of Travancore in 1745. The city developed into a major intellectual and artistic centre during this period. A major milestone in the city's recent history was the establishment of Technopark —India's first IT park—in 1995. Technopark has developed into the largest IT Park in India and third largest in Asia
Places of Interest
Neyyar Dam & Lion Safari Park, Thiruvananthapuram- Neyyar dam is situated 90-18000 metre above sea-level. It is an extension of Kallikad Tiger Reserve  and Mudanthura Wild life Sanctuary of Tamilnadu. Neyyar dam, lying against the southern low hills of the western ghats, 32 kms away from the Thiruvananthapuram city is a popular picnic spot with a lake and a picturesque dam site. Neyyar dam affords a panoramic view of the the mountains and the lake. The lion safari is a star attraction. The reservoir also offers boating facilities in addition to a crocodile farm. The project offers facilities for boating and mountaineering. A miniature wild life sanctuary, a lake garden and a swimming pool are the major attractions.
Neyyar Dam - Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Agasthyakoodam, Thiruvananthapuram- Agasthyakoodam is a prominent peak in the Sahyadri range and is the second highest peak in Kerala, at a height of 1890 metres above sea level. Teeming with wildlife, the forests of Agasthyakoodam abound in rare medicinal herbs and plants and brilliantly hued orchids. A bird watcher's paradise, this legendary mountain is accessible by foot from Kotoor, near Neyyar Dam, as also from Bonacaud.
Padmanabhapuram Palace - Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Padmanabhapuram Palace, Thiruvananthapuram - Located about 60 km from Tiruvananthapuram, it was once the home of the Royal family of Travancore. It is one of the biggest palaces in India with intricate carvings and beautiful woodwork. Though the palace is now in the State of Tamil Nadu, it was once the traditional home of the royal family of Travancore, so it is maintained by the Government of Kerala. The palace is one of the best examples of the traditional wooden architecture of Kerala. The Padmanabhapuram Palace is a well-preserved wooden palace, a glorious testimony to the traditional architecture of Kerala.
Napier Museum, Thiruvananthapuram - The Napier Museum was  built in  19th century. It  was opened to the  public by a committee, in which The maharaja of Travancore Sree. Utram Thirunal was the director and the resident of Travancore General  kallan was the Chariman . At the starting time it has a few collection of metals from all over the world, some books of Genral Kallan. A new building was built in 1880 by the supervision of an architect named  Mr.Chishome. The building was inaugurated by Mr. Napier, the Governor of Madras and so the museum was called  as Napier Museum.  Now it has a vast collection of   archaeological and historic artifacts, plastic casts, bronze idols, ancient ornaments, a temple chariot and ivory carvings.  There is a 9th century Lord Vishnu with crystal eyes, a wooden sculpture of Narasimha, Kerala woodcarvings, 14th century Vijayanagar bronze deities and lots of intricate ivory work and filigree work jewelry. The architectural style is basically the Indo-Saracenic style known for its beautiful stained-glass windows. Open daily from 9 am to 5 pm and on Wednesdays from 1 pm to 5 pm. The museum is closed on Mondays.
Veli Tourist Village, Thiruvananthapuram - Located 8 km from Thiruvananthapuram city, the Veli Tourist Village is bordered by the Veli lagoon and the Arabian sea. The lagoon here is separated from the sea by a narrow sand bar. The Veli Tourist Village on the outskirts of Trivandrum is a delightful waterfront park which has become extremely popular with Keralites. There is a floating bridge and a floating restaurant too. Open every day; boat rides available until 6.00p.m., after which the lake reverts to the sole use of fishermen. For very small children, there is a tiny lake within the park, with sturdy, round "tub boats", equipped with miniature paddles.
Veli Tourist Village - Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Beemapalli, Thiruvananthapuram -Located 5 km south west of Thiruvananthapuram city is the Beemappalli Dargah Shareef which is dedicated to Bee umma a pious Muslim lady endowed with extraordinary powers. Bee umma and her son who belong to the family of Prophet Mohammed are believed to have come here from Arabia centuries ago, to preach their religion Islam. The annual ten-day Uroos festival at Beemappalli is held in memory of Sayyidhathunisa Bee umma and her son Sayyidussaheed Maheen Aboobaker who are laid to rest here. The festival began at 8.30 in the morning of September 12th with a prayer 'Dunha' led by the religious chief Imam Jauab Abdulla Razak Maulavi on the premises of the shrine. This was followed by a ceremonial procession. The following six days saw regular religious discourses and preachings in the evenings. From September 19 to 21st cultural programmes held in the evening hours added a festive mood to the shrine.


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