Cultural Immersion in Trivandrum: Temple Tour

Day 1: Temple Exploration

Trivandrum, India on November 17, 2024

8:00AM

Breakfast at Indian Coffee House

Start your day with a traditional South Indian breakfast of idli and sambar, accompanied by a strong filter coffee at the historic Indian Coffee House.
Take a short auto rickshaw ride to your first destination afterwards.
INR 150, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple

Next, immerse yourself in the spiritual atmosphere at the Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, known for its stunning architecture and rich history.
Walk from Indian Coffee House to Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, it's about a 15-minute stroll.
Free, 1.5 hours

11:30AM

Explore Kuthira Malika Palace Museum

Just a stone's throw away, the Kuthira Malika Palace Museum offers a glimpse into the royal heritage of Kerala and its intricate wooden architecture.
Walk to Kuthira Malika Palace Museum, approximately 5 minutes from the temple.
INR 20, 1 hour

1:00PM

Lunch at Hotel Arya Nivas

Enjoy a delicious thali lunch at Hotel Arya Nivas, where you can savor authentic Kerala cuisine served on a banana leaf.
Take a short auto rickshaw to Hotel Arya Nivas, it's about 10 minutes away.
INR 300, 1 hour

2:30PM

Visit Attukal Bhagavathy Temple

After lunch, head to the Attukal Bhagavathy Temple, renowned for the annual Pongala festival and its sacred ambiance where you can experience local worship practices.
Catch an auto rickshaw to the temple, roughly a 15-minute ride.
Free, 1.5 hours

4:30PM

Explore Pazhavangadi Ganapathy Temple

Continue your temple journey by visiting the Pazhavangadi Ganapathy Temple, dedicated to Lord Ganesha, where the local culture can be felt deeply through the rituals.
Take a short 10-minute auto rickshaw ride from Attukal Bhagavathy Temple.
Free, 1 hour

6:00PM

Dinner at Villa Maya

End your cultural day with a dinner at Villa Maya, a beautiful heritage restaurant where you can enjoy refined Malabar cuisine in a serene setting.
Travel to Villa Maya by auto rickshaw, approximately 20 minutes.
INR 800, 1.5 hours

8:00PM

Relax & Reflect

Take some time to relax and reflect on your enriching day of temple visits, perhaps enjoying a stroll around the restaurant before wrapping up your cultural experience.
Walk around the vicinity of the restaurant or head back to your accommodation.
Free, 1 hour
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