Thumba Equatorial Rocket Launching Station, Thiruvananthapuram

#56 among attractions in Thiruvananthapuram

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Thumba Equatorial Rocket Launching Station is an Indian spaceport established on 21 November 1963. Operated by the Indian Space Research Organisation, it is located in Thumba, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, which is near the southern tip of mainland India, very close to earth's magnetic equator. It is currently used by ISRO for launching sounding rockets. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 8°32'34"N, 76°51'32"E

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Nearby attractions include: Kerala Soil Museum, St. Theresa of Lisieux Catholic Church, Syro-Malankara Catholic Church, Karikkakom Devi Temple.

5.4 miE
Museum, Science museum
Kerala Soil Museum, Thiruvananthapuram
138 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 miSE
Church
St. Theresa of Lisieux Catholic Church, Thiruvananthapuram
128 min walk • St. Theresa of Lisieux Catholic Church is a beacon of spirituality nestled in the bustling city of Thiruvananthapuram, India. Located in the Vellayambalam area, this church stands as a testament to the deep-rooted Christian faith within the local community.
5.5 miE
Church
Syro-Malankara Catholic Church, Thiruvananthapuram
141 min walk • The Syro-Malankara Catholic Church, nestled in the heart of Thiruvananthapuram, is not just a place of worship but a beacon of cultural and religious significance in southern India. This church represents the Syro-Malankara Catholic Church, an Eastern Catholic Church...
4 miSE
Temple
Karikkakom Devi Temple, Thiruvananthapuram
103 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Thiruvananthapuram, the Karikkakom Devi Temple stands as a serene beacon of spirituality and tradition. This sacred Hindu temple is dedicated to the goddess Chamundi, a form of Durga, and is revered by devotees who come from far and wide...
5.6 miSE
Beach
Shankumugham Beach, Thiruvananthapuram
143 min walk • Shankumugham Beach is a serene coastal retreat situated in the city of Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of Kerala, India. Known for its long stretch of white sand and tranquil atmosphere, this beach is a favorite among locals and tourists seeking a peaceful escape from...
3.1 miE
8°32'43"N • 76°54'15"E
Dhwani, Thiruvananthapuram
79 min walk • Concerts and shows, Theater
2.6 miNW
Church
St Ignatius Church, Thiruvananthapuram
66 min walk • St Ignatius Church, Thiruvananthapuram is a Catholic church located in the Kadinamkulam panchayat of Trivandrum, Kerala, India.
2.6 miNW
Beach
Puthenthope Beach
66 min walk • Puthenthope Beach is the vast and beautiful beach in Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala, south India.
5.6 miE
Temple
Kariavattom Sastha Temple, Thiruvananthapuram
143 min walk • Kariavattom Sastha Temple is a Hindu temple located in Kariavattom in Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala state, India. The temple is dedicated to lord Ayyappa and it lies on the NH-49, about 13 km from Thiruvananthapuram city.
5.5 miE
Church
Cathedral of Saint Mary, Thiruvananthapuram
141 min walk • St. Mary's Malankara Syrian Catholic Cathedral, Pattom, Trivandrum is the central place of worship of the Syro-Malankara Catholic Church. It is the See of the Major Archbishop-Kardinal of Trivandrum.
5.7 miSE
Seminary
Kerala United Theological Seminary, Thiruvananthapuram
145 min walk • Kerala United Theological Seminary is run by the Church of South India with an ecumenical outlook. It was founded in 1943, and is affiliated to the Senate of Serampore College, West Bengal. KUTS is located in Kannammoola in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.