Trivandrum, also known as Thiruvananthapuram is one of the most loved spots for tourists interested in exploring the colorful and cultural side of Southern India. Being the capital of Kerala, the city has developed as a major hub for technology, travel, export, literature, and architecture.
Places to Visit in Trivandrum
Trivandrum is famous for its coastal, hilly terrain and the beaches of Kovalam, Varkala, Shangumugham are some of the most frequented spots. If you are a beach person, you can also add Samudra Beach Park, LightHouse Beach Road, and Vizhinjam Lighthouse to your bucket list. The backwaters of Anchuthengu, Poovar, and the ghats of Ponmudi and Agastyamala are wonderful sights as well. Apart from being a major coastal attraction, Trivandrum has some of the most prolific architectural marvels including Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Attukal Temple, Napier Museum, Kuthira Malika, Koyikkal Palace, Kanakakunnu Palace, amongst others. Other must-visit places are Thiruvananthapuram Zoo, Vellayani Lake, Valiathura Sea Port, and Sagarika Aquarium.
Planning Your Trip
Trivandrum experiences a tropical climate throughout the year with comparatively higher humidity during the monsoon season. If you are planning on taking a trip down south, we recommend the months of October to February to make the best of everything. Trivandrum is accessible via air, train as well as road. Regular flights from all major cities operate to Trivandrum International Airport while there are almost 20 railways stations within the district connected to all major cities within the country. If you prefer taking a road trip, you can take NH-66 from Kochi, Mangalore or other major cities in Kerala.
Significance of Attukal Temple
Attukal Temple is a shrine dedicated to Goddess Bhadrakali and is represented by mounting a ‘vethala’ as the temple’s deity. ‘Bhadra’ refers to good and ‘Kali’ means goddess of time. Thus, Bhadrakali is said to be the goddess of prosperity and salvation. The temple is rather famous for its annual ‘Attukal Pongal’ 10-day festival, which falls around February or March every year. Over three million women participate in the festival and that is why the festival has appeared in the Guinness Book of World Records for being the largest gathering of women for religious festivities. The temple is situated almost in the center of the city and is easily reachable from the city center.
Experience of OYO Hotels around Attukal Temple, Trivandrum
If you are looking for the best stay options in Attukal Temple Trivandrum, OYO hotels have a number of properties closeby. The cost ranges between ₹700 to ₹2500, you can choose a hotel in Attukal Temple, Trivandrum according to your budget. Regardless of the property you choose, OYO hotels come packed with all the basic amenities including AC, geyser, free Wifi, daily housekeeping, parking facility, CCTV cameras, and power backup. OYO hotels provide a comfortable stay at the most affordable prices without compromising in terms of services and facilities. Every OYO hotel accepts card payment and is wheelchair-accessible. OYO hotels assure a premium stay well within your budget while staying close to the city center, making it easier to visit all the major tourist attractions.