Padmanabhapuram Palace (Tamil Nadu)
54
km from Trivandrum A place of elaborate woodwork, it was the ancient seat of
the Travancore rulers. It contains relics of historical and artistic value.
Koyikkal Palace
Koyikkal Palace, the ancient palace, located 18 km from Trivandrum on the
way to Ponmudi hill station and the Kuttalam waterfalls, dates back to the
15th century.
Kaudiar Palace
This palace, home of the late Maharajah Scree Chitra Thirunal Bala Rama
Varma and his family is off limits to the public.
Aruvikkara
16 km from the city. It is both a pilgrim centre and a picnic spot, with a
waterfall nearby. On the banks of the Karamana River, the rock cut shrine is
dedicated to Goddess Bhagvathy, the divine embodiment of female power. A
stream with fishes, which come up to be fed by visitors, is another
attraction.
Beema Palli
(5 km south of Trivandrum) An important Muslim pilgrim centre, it is
dedicated to Beema Beevi, a pious Muslim lady believed to have possessed
divine powers. Devotees of all faiths visit the mosque.
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