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5 Days in Thiruvananthapuram: Temples, Art, and Culinary Delights

Love Kamble

15 Jan 2024

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Embark on a thrilling journey through the vibrant city of Thiruvananthapuram. Discover ancient temples, immerse yourself in art and culture, and indulge in mouthwatering vegetarian delicacies. Join me as I explore the hidden gems of this enchanting city.

Trip to Thiruvananthapuram

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Day 1Temples and Veg Delights: Day 1

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$22

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$ 1

Thirumeni's Homestay

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Uduppi Hotel (veg)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$6

4 - 5 min

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Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple

1729 temple complex, known for its towering gateway and shrine to Padmanabha reclining on a serpent.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Sreekanteswaram Temple

Enduring temple featuring a pond & a garden, plus multiple statues of deities, including Lord Shiva.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Swanys Tiffin Centre

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$6

5 - 8 min

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Sree Ganesh Dosa Corner

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$10

Day 2Art and Royalty: Day 2

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$19

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$ 2

Thirumeni's Homestay

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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The Yellow Chilli

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$2

16 - 23 min

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Sri Chitra Art Gallery

Traditional & contemporary Indian works are shown at this gallery that was founded in 1935.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$3

9 - 14 min

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Kanakakkunnu Palace

Old royal palace offering a lavish interior, lush grounds & cultural events, including dance shows.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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Pazhavangaadi Sree Maha Ganapathy Temple

Busy temple known for its many Ganesha idols, including one seated with his right leg folded.

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

29 - 35 min

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Hotel Annapoorna

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$12

34 - 41 min

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Hotel Saravana Bhavan

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$2

Day 3Cultural Heritage and Gastronomic Delights: Day 3

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$23

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$ 2

Thirumeni's Homestay

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Caapi Kada

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$8

10 - 15 min

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Napier Museum

Architecturally unique 19th-century building with archeological & historical artifacts, plus art.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$3

42 - 51 min

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Koyikkal Palace

Traditional 2-story Kerala palace, built in 1677, with folklore & numismatics museums & tours.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Aaryas vegetarian hotel

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$8

30 - 36 min

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Aaryas Vegetarian Hotel

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$4

Day 4Palaces and Sacred Sites: Day 4

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$24

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$ 2

Thirumeni's Homestay

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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Hotel Bismi

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$6

5 - 8 min

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Kuthira Maliga Palace Museum

Palace museum with art & artifacts from the royal family, plus an annual courtyard music festival.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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Maharaja Swathi Thirunal Palace

Former royal residence boasting a museum with diverse artifacts & an annual music festival.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

21 - 26 min

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Madre De Deus Church (Vettucaud Church)

Coastal Catholic church & religious site known for annual feast that draws thousands of worshippers.

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Hotel ARYAAS

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$6

10 - 12 min

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Karikkakom Sri Chamundi Temple

Hindu temple featuring a bright tower, elaborate carvings & a pond, devoted to the goddess Chamundi.

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Vaiga’s Ootupura

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$12

Day 5Spiritual Bliss and Local Flavors: Day 5

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$12

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$ 3

Thirumeni's Homestay

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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Supreme Bakers Fresh bites

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$2

12 - 17 min

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Attukal Bhagavathy Temple

This colourful temple dedicated to a Hindu goddess is known for its female-focused annual festival.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

37 - 45 min

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Aazhimala Shiva Temple

Vibrant Hindu temple with ornate architectural details offering yearly festivals & seaside views.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

30 - 36 min

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Sri Parasurama Swamy Temple

Ancient Hindu temple where devotees pay homage to ancestors & after-death ceremonies are performed.

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Hotel Udaya Jyothi

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$2

11 - 14 min

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Beemapally Masjid

Sprawling mosque complex with traditional ornate architectural details & a popular yearly festival.

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Mani Mess

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$8

Budget breakdown: $107 In total

Activities & Food:$99

Transport:$8