Thiruvanantahpuram
Thiruvanantahpuram (Trivandrum)
Thiru-v-anatha-puram
is a three sylable name meaning the abode of the sacred snake god "Anantha".
Lord Vishnu of the ancient Indian mytholgy rests on this huge serpent.
This city and district are also popularly known by its anglicised name Trivandrum
Located at the southwestern tip of India, Thiruvanantahpuram district is bounded
by the Arabian Sea on the west and Tamil Nadu on the east. The wooded highlands
on the Western Ghats in the eastern and northeastern borders give Thiruvanantahpuram
some of the most enchanting picnic spots. A long shoreline, with internationally
renowned beaches, historic monuments, backwater stretches and a rich cultural
heritage make this district a much sought after tourist destination. Thiruvanantahpuram
is the capital of Kerala.Area - 2,192 sq.km.
District Population - 29,46,650
Temperature - Mean Max. 36.2 deg.C, Mean Min. 19.9 deg.C
Clothing - Tropical
Altitude - Sea level
Rain Fall - 170 cm (May to November)
Tourist Season - September to May
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