Thiruvananthapuram
India · State of KeralaIN
Metropolis and capital of Kerala, India
Thiruvananthapuram, also known as Trivandrum, is the capital city of the Indian state of Kerala. As of 2011, the Thiruvananthapuram Municipal Corporation had a population of 957,730 over an area of 214.86 km2, making it the largest and most populous city in Kerala. The larger Thiruvananthapuram metropolitan area has over 1.7 million inhabitants within an area of 543 km2. Thiruvananthapuram is one of the few cities in India that functions as a capital city, a heritage city, a maritime city, an information technology city, a space research city, a defence city, an automotive tech city, a bioscience city, a tourism city, and a city known for its research and development institutions. It is also among the few cities in the world where both an international airport and an international seaport are located within the city in close proximity to the city center.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 743,691
- Coordinates
- 8.486, 76.949
- Timezone
- Asia/Kolkata
- Elevation
- 10 m
Overview of Thiruvananthapuram
Part of State of Kerala, India, Thiruvananthapuram is a large city. With 743,691 residents, it is easy to gauge its scale. The northern hemisphere setting is worth noting when you pick dates. Which shapes the pace of a visit. Expect water sports, culture and adventure to fill most of your time.
Things to do in Thiruvananthapuram
Water Sports in Thiruvananthapuram
(4)On the water sports side, Thiruvananthapuram offers Canoeing, Diving, Paddle and Scuba Diving. All of it is drawn from Thiruvananthapuram's recorded activities. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Culture in Thiruvananthapuram
(3)On the culture side, Thiruvananthapuram offers Cathedrals, Churches and Museums. Everything listed here comes from what Thiruvananthapuram is actually tagged with. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Adventure in Thiruvananthapuram
(2)Adventure lovers get Escape Room and Treasure Hunts. It is a direct read of Thiruvananthapuram's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Family in Thiruvananthapuram
(2)Thiruvananthapuram's family entries include Aquariums and Zoo. It is a direct read of Thiruvananthapuram's activity profile. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Nature in Thiruvananthapuram
(2)Nature in Thiruvananthapuram covers Countryside and Geological Formations. Each one is worth building half a day around. This reflects only what is documented for Thiruvananthapuram.
Sports in Thiruvananthapuram
(1)Looking for sports? Thiruvananthapuram has Skateboard. Each one is worth building half a day around. This reflects only what is documented for Thiruvananthapuram.
Best time to visit Thiruvananthapuram
For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September. Year-round, the indoor and evening side of Thiruvananthapuram still delivers.
Getting there & around
Expect national and often international links into Thiruvananthapuram, plus transport inside the city. Thiruvananthapuram runs on Asia/Kolkata time.
Similar destinations
Places near Thiruvananthapuram that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thiruvananthapuram known for?
- In State of Kerala, India, Thiruvananthapuram stands out for water sports, culture and adventure. That mix defines the typical visit to this 743,691-strong destination.
- What can you do in Thiruvananthapuram?
- Options in Thiruvananthapuram run to Canoeing, Diving, Paddle, Scuba Diving and Cathedrals — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Thiruvananthapuram?
- For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September. Year-round, the indoor and evening side of Thiruvananthapuram still delivers.
- Where is Thiruvananthapuram located?
- You will find Thiruvananthapuram in State of Kerala, India. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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