Saturday, April 26, 2008

kerala tourism


Tourist Places in Kerala

Kerala is known as ‘Gods Own Country'. Kerala is probably one of the greenest places you will ever see. It's famous for its lush greenery, the sea, the divine high ranges of the Western Ghats on the east, the Arabian Sea on the west, emerald paddy fields, virgin forests and the limpid backwaters. Kerala is set in the lap of Mother Nature.

Thiruvananthapuram

Padmanabha Swamy Temple: (Open: 0415 - 0515 hrs, 0645 - 0730 hrs, 0830 - 1030 hrs, 1130 - 1145 hrs, 1715 - 1930 hrs)

The temple is located inside the East Fort. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the temple is a blend of the Kerala and Dravidian styles of architecture. It is known for its mural paintings and stone carvings. This is an ancient temple and the city of Thiruvananthapuram derives its name from the name of the presiding deity enshrined in the temple. This is one of the oldest temples in kerala that is not under the rule of the Devaswom board. Only Hindus are allowed inside the temple. Dress code: Men - Dhoti; Women - Sari and blouse

Ph: 0471- 2450233

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