The capital of the state of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram
or the City of the Sacred Snake, is built over seven hills.
Named after
Anantha, the thousand - headed serpent of
Hindu
mythology, the city once formed a part of the Travancore kingdom, its capital
at Padmanabhapuram, now a part of Tamil Nadu.
Thiruvananthapuram is, decidedly, one of the cleaner and well-planned cities
of the country. The city's scenic appeal, its enchanting beaches, and overwhelming
greenery only add to its uniqueness.
It embodies the magical feel of Kerala, as a whole, and lends terrific insight
into the culture of the state. The red-tiled roofs, the never-ending stretches
of palm trees, the maze of narrow, winding streets and above all, the sea, make
for a fascinating mixture.
There is an element of understated and effortless elegance about the city, which
leaves a lasting impression on the visitor.
Festivals
The festival, that the entire city, anticipates with great enthusiasm is
Onam,
which marks Kerala's new year and harvest season, and comes around in August-September.
The
other spectacular event that transfigures the entire city is Thrissur Pooram,
the annual temple festival.
How to Get There
Thiruvananthapuram is well connected with the other major cities of the country
by air, and railways. By road, the city is connected via the National Highway
47 to Kanyakumari, Coimbatore, Madras, and Bangalore.
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