Padmanabhaswamy Temple
Located right in the heart of
Thiruvananthapuram, the Padmanabhaswamy temple is an architectural wonder
and a massive structure which has a 100 feet high Gopuram. This temple is
dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The idol of the deity is covered with gold and
precious stones. The idol at the temple can be viewed through three
different doors. The architecture of the temple is a beautiful combination
of the Hindu and Kerala style.
Fast Facts
- District : Thiruvananthapuram
- State : Kerala
- Other names :
- Location : The major distances to Thiruvananthapuram
from Alappuzha is 147 km, from Cochin 210 km, from Kodaikanal 416 km
and from Kanyakumari is 87 km.
- Journey Time : It takes from Alappuzha about 4 hrs to
reach Thiruvananthapuram, 5 and ½ hrs to reach from Cochin, 9
hrs to reach from Kodaikanal and 3 hrs to reach from Kanyakumari,
respectively.
- Route from Kochi : While going from Kochi to
Thiruvananthapuram, you'll have to travel through Alappuzha and
Kollam.
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Feature Attraction
The Idol of Lord Vishnu
The massive idol of Lord Vishnu can be seen fully with three different
doors. You can see the head and the torso through the first door. The
midriff and the hands can be seen only through the second door whereas the
third door shows the pious feet of the Lord. The massive idol of the Lord
can be seen resting on the Serpent Lord, Anantha.
Accommodation
- Kovalam Beach resort – 5 Star
- The Muthoot Plaxa Hotel – 5 Star
- Hotel Lucia – 4 Star
- The South Park Hotel – 4 Star
- Hotel Samudra – 3 Star
When to go
The months between October to February are the best months to visit the
place.
How to get there
There is an international airport in the city which is connected by regular
flights with all the major airports of the country as well as international
airports. The place also has a major railway station which is well connected
to all the important destinations of Kerala and south India.
Thiruvananthapuram is also connected with major cities within the state as
well as outside by an extensive road network.
Other Attractions
» Agasthyakoodam
It is an important peak in the Sahyadri ranges and is 61 km away from the
city. The place is also known for the medicinal herbs that grow in the
place.
» Neyyar Dam
Located at a distance of about 29 km from Thiruvananthapuram, the Neyyar
dam is a popular picnic spot where the facilities for boating are also
provided.
» Ponmudi
It is a hill resort about 54 km from the city. The place also provides you
with good restaurants and accommodation facilities here.
