Duration
1 Day
Region
South Kerala
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
About This Pilgrimage
Visit the spiritual landmarks of Kerala's capital in a peaceful one-day journey.
Destinations You'll Visit
The Destinations on This Route
A little background on each place this pilgrimage takes you to.
Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
Dedicated to Lord Vishnu in the reclining Anantha Shayanam form, this Thiruvananthapuram temple is built in the Dravidian style with a towering gopuram. It has been closely linked to the Travancore royal family for centuries, whose rulers traditionally served as custodians of the deity.
Attukal Bhagavathy Temple
This Thiruvananthapuram temple enshrines the goddess Attukal Amma, worshipped as Bhadrakali and linked in local folklore to the Kannaki legend. It is renowned for Attukal Pongala, an annual festival drawing millions of women to cook a ritual rice offering in the streets around the temple.
Azhimala Shiva Temple
Azhimala Shiva Temple stands on a rocky headland at Azhimala, near Vizhinjam, with the Arabian Sea on one side. It is best known for the Gangadhareshwara statue, a 58 foot figure of Lord Shiva with the river Ganga flowing from his hair, made by the local sculptor P. S. Devadathan. The sea facing setting makes it a popular stop for both devotees and visitors.
Shangumugham Beach (optional evening visit)
A beach on the edge of Thiruvananthapuram city, close to the airport, traditionally used as the ceremonial sea bathing ghat during the Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple's Arattu festival procession. Today it is also known for its large mermaid sculpture and sunset views.
Highlights
- Temple visits
- Kerala heritage architecture
- 58 foot Gangadhareshwara statue beside the sea
- Peaceful spiritual experience
Includes
- Private cab
- Pickup & drop
- Local sightseeing
- Temple visit assistance