One of the ancient cities in South India and the capital of Kerala State, this small and beautiful city is hidden inside lush greenery and built on seven tiny hills. The magnificent Sri Padmanabha Swamy Temple is the landmark of the city
(Non-Hindus are not permitted inside the Temple).
Places you would be visiting are the Napier Museum (closed on Mondays and Wednesday forenoons) houses a rare collection of archaeological and historic artifacts. Sree Chitra Art Gallery (closed on Mondays and Wednesday forenoons) located in side the Museum campus, displays select Paintings of Raja Ravi Varma, Svetlova and Nicholas Roerich. The SMSM Institute (the State handicraft Emporium). Shopping can be enjoyed of the local specialties- Wood carved Handicrafts, Kathakali Mask, Snake Boat, Jewel Box, Nettur Petti, Aranmula Mirror, etc. Hand-woven Kerala Sarees, Traditional Jewellery-Travancore and Malabar Collections. Cashew Nuts, Banana Chips, Tapioca Chips, Jackfruit Chips etc. are delicious snacks of Kerala. Spices like Pepper, Clove, Cinnamon, Cardamom etc.
Conditions
Minimum 2 persons required.
Children from 5 years to 10 years 50% of adult charges
Rates Valid till from 1st April -09 to 30th Sept.-09
