Aruvikkara, Thiruvananthapuram

Name: Aruvikkara
Address: Thiruvananthapuram, India

#100 among attractions in Thiruvananthapuram

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Aruvikkara is a panchayat in Thiruvananthapuram district in the state of Kerala, India. It is located on the banks of the Karamana River 15 km from Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of the state of Kerala in South India and one of the 12 panchayats that shares border with Thiruvananthapuram Municipal Corporation. The reservoir and garden makes it a tourist spot. It is famous for the ancient Bhagavathi temple dedicated to Durga, the divine embodiment of female power, which is built on a rock. The stream in front of the temple contains large fishes, which are fed by the devotees visiting the shrine. The headquarters of the Wellington Water Distribution project is located here. The small Aruvikkara Dam which provides water to the state capital Thiruvananthapuram. G Steephen of CPI is the sitting MLA of Aruvikkara constituency to the Kerala Legislative Assembly. ()

Established: 1930 (94 years ago)Area: 8.44 mi²Coordinates: 8°34'4"N, 77°1'8"E

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Nearby attractions include: Napier Museum, Thiruvananthapuram Zoo, Kanakakkunnu Palace, Kerala Soil Museum.

6 miSW
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Napier Museum, Thiruvananthapuram
152 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of Kerala, India, the Napier Museum stands as an exemplar of Indo-Saracenic architecture, blending Indian, Chinese, and Mughal design elements harmoniously. Established in the late 19th century and named...
5.8 miSW
Oldest zoo in India with over 80 species
Thiruvananthapuram Zoo, Thiruvananthapuram
149 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of Kerala, India, the Thiruvananthapuram Zoo stands as an oasis of biodiversity amidst the urban sprawl. Established in 1857 by the Maharaja of Travancore, it is among the oldest zoos in India and is a...
5.7 miSW
Museum, Palace
Kanakakkunnu Palace, Thiruvananthapuram
146 min walk • Nestled in the lush landscape of Thiruvananthapuram, the Kanakakkunnu Palace stands as a testament to the architectural splendor and cultural heritage of Kerala, India. This regal structure, once the summer retreat for the Travancore Royal Family, is now one of the...
5.9 miW
Museum, Science museum
Kerala Soil Museum, Thiruvananthapuram
152 min walk • Nestled in the lush greenery of Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of the Indian state of Kerala, stands a unique institution—the Kerala Soil Museum. As the first of its kind in India, this museum is dedicated to showcasing the rich diversity of soils found across...
5.8 miSW
Museum, Observatories and planetariums
Trivandrum Observatory, Thiruvananthapuram
149 min walk • The Trivandrum Observatory stands as a beacon of scientific heritage in the city of Thiruvananthapuram, India. Established in 1837 by the Maharajah of Travancore, Swathi Thirunal Rama Varma, this astronomical observatory is among the oldest in India.
4.8 miSW
Forts and castles, Architecture
Kowdiar Palace, Thiruvananthapuram
124 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of Kerala, India, stands the regal Kowdiar Palace, an architectural marvel that epitomizes the grandeur of the erstwhile princely state of Travancore. This majestic castle, steeped in history, has been the...
4 miW
Temple
Kudappanakunnu Kunnathu Sri Mahadeva Temple, Thiruvananthapuram
103 min walk • Nestled in the serene environs of Thiruvananthapuram, the Kudappanakunnu Kunnathu Sri Mahadeva Temple stands as a testament to the rich cultural and spiritual heritage of Kerala, India. This ancient Hindu temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is revered for its divine...
6.1 miSW
Museum, History museum
Keralam - Museum of History and Heritage, Thiruvananthapuram
155 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of Kerala, India, the Keralam - Museum of History and Heritage stands as a beacon of cultural pride and historical significance. This museum is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the rich tapestry of...
4.4 miSW
Museum, Palace
Kilimanoor Palace, Thiruvananthapuram
112 min walk • Kilimanoor Palace is a palace located in Kilimanoor, in the Indian state of Kerala. It is the birthplace of painter Raja Ravi Varma and Raghava Varma, the father of king Marthanda Varma.
5.7 miSW
Temple
Thycaud Dharma Sastha Temple, Thiruvananthapuram
147 min walk • Sree Dharma Sastha Temple is situated at Thycaud in Thiruvananthapuram City near to Govt. Model School and Govt. Arts College, Kerala, India. This ancient Hindu temple is dedicated to Lord Dharma Sastha.
3.1 miN
Museum, Art museum, Vernacular architecture
Koyikkal Palace, Thiruvananthapuram
78 min walk • The Koyikkal Palace is a palace situated in Nedumangadu, Thiruvananthapuram District, Kerala, India. The palace was built in 16th century for Umayamma Rani of the Venad Royal Family. Umayamma Rani was the queen of Venad between 1677 and 1684.