Trivandrum
The extensive backwaters of Trivandrum provide the picturesque view of a paradise.
The intricate lagoons, lakes, canals and rivers are lined up along the dense
tropical vegetation of Trivandrum. It is a breathtaking bout to experience
a solitary and calm glide through this network of waterways. The backwaters
form a specially attractive and economically valuable feature of Kerala. The
biggest backwater is the Vembabad lake, some 200 sq kilometers in area, which
opens out into the Arabian Sea at Cochin port.
The serene backwater stretch, en-route to Kovalam, is famous for its canoe
rides. It is the meeting point of two rivers-Killi and Karamana. A temple
dedicated to Parashurama, the legendary founder of Kerala, is located in Thiruvallam.
Few attractions of Trivandrum backwaters are:
Padmanabhaswamy temple: The most impressive landmark in the town, the temple's
presiding deity is Vishnu reclining on serpent Anantha. It has a seven-story
tower, umpteen number of pillars, intricate carvings and mural paintings.
Museum complex: Art and natural history museums, art gallery and zoological
and botanical gardens are located in a plot in the heart of the city. The
museum contains paintings and other collections of the royal family.
Kanakakkunnu Palace: Today it is a venue for cultural and other public functions.
Science & Technology museum: Located near Mascot hotel, it is a valuable
site for students and researchers.
Sanghumugham beach: A favorite haunt
of sunset watchers. A gigantic 35 m sculpture
of a mermaid, called Matsya Kanyaka, is a major

attraction here. There is
facility for recreational activities. The place is near the airport and the
Veli tourist village.
Veli tourist village: An ideal picnic spot where the lake joins the sea. Boating
facility is available in the lake. A popular retreat, it has a children's
park and other attractions.
Neyyar dam: It is a popular picnic spot and has a watchtower, crocodile farm,
lion safari park and a deer park, Aruvikkara dam, a picturesque picnic spot
on the banks of Karamana river.
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