Known as the “Kashmir of Karnataka,” Karwar is a wonderful beach town located in the Konkan region of the Karnataka state of India. Apart from being a popular tourist destination, there are a number of exotic items you can buy from Karwar. Let’s discuss these items and places to find them. Continue reading “Karwar: Exclusive shopping ideas”
Plan one day trip to Thiruvananthapuram
If you have only a day to spend in Thiruvananthapuram, you can visit the following places.
Kovalam beach
Kovalam beach is one of the highly visited beaches of India. And it is totally worth. You can find many picturesque locations, lighthouse, umbrella dining, etc. here.
Address: Kovalam, Kerala 695527, India
Time to spend: 1 hour
Next destination: Kuthiramalika, 25 minutes drive
Kuthiramalika
Kuthiramalika means the mansion of horses. It is a palace of Travancore royals, built by Swathi Thirunal Rama Varma. It is also known by the name Puthenmalika (meaning- new mansion). The palace is a live example of typical Kerala architecture.
Address: Bhajanpura Palace Road, Fort, East Fort, Pazhavangadi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695023, India
Time to spend: 1 hour
Next destination: Padmanabhaswamy temple, 10 minutes walk
Padmanabhaswamy temple
It is a holy temple built in the year 1729. The Padmanabhaswamy temple is one of the richest temples in India. It has mystery chambers which people believe to be filled with valuable jewels. Encompassing the enigma, those who tried to open the chambers, suffered unnatural deaths.
Address: West Nada, Fort, East Fort, Pazhavangadi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695023, India
Time to spend: 2 hours
Next destination: Napier museum, 15 minutes drive
You can read the buzz about hidden treasure in the Padmanabhaswamy temple here.
Napier museum
It is an art and natural history museum. The museum structure itself depicts the Indo-Saracenic Revival architectural style.
Address: LMS Vellayambalam Road, Palayam, Kanaka Nagar, Nanthancodu, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695033, India
Visiting time: 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM (Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday); 01:00 PM to 04:45 PM (Wednesday); Monday closed
Time to spend: 1 hour
Next destination: Shankumugham Beach, 25 minutes drive
Shankumugham Beach
Shankumugham Beach is yet again a serene beach in the city. It is a perfect place to relax and shop seashore handicrafts.
Address: Shangumugham Beach, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Time to spend: 1 hour
Next destination: Veli lake and village, 15 minutes drive
Veli lake and village
It is a scenic lake with floating cafes, sculptures, etc. You can also stroll in the surrounding village.
Address: Veli Road, Veli, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695021, India
Visiting time: 08:00 AM to 06:00 PM
Time to spend: 1 hour
You can also rent a cab in Thiruvananthapuram and enjoy hassle-free sightseeing.
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Itanagar: One day trip planner
Itanagar, often less spoken is a beautiful capital city of the Arunachal Pradesh state of India. Set in the foothills of Himalayas, Itanagar welcomes the travelers with warmth with beautiful Ita Fort and colorful Buddhist monasteries.
If you have only a day to spend in here, you can visit the following places.
Ita Fort
It is the historic landmark of the region. In fact, the city of Itanagar is named after this fort. Constructed during the 14th century, Ita Fort translates to a mansion of brick.
Address: Arunachal Pradesh, Itanagar, 791111
Visiting time: 08:00 AM to 04:00 PM
Time to spend: 1 hour
Next destination: State Museum, 11 minutes drive
State Museum
The State Museum of Itanagar showcases the cultural artifacts of the region.
Address: Cona, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh 791111
Time to spend: 1 hour
Next destination: Gompa, 5 minutes walk
Gompa
It is a beautiful Buddhist temple in Itanagar and a place of social gathering. It was consecrated by the Dalai Lama and reflects Tibetan architectural style.
Address: Cona, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh 791111
Time to spend: 1 hour
Next destination: Science Center, 15 minutes drive
Science Center
It is a science museum with instruments and structures to experience the laws of physics.
Address: Cona, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh 791111
Visiting time: 10:00 AM to 04:30 PM (Tuesday to Saturday), 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (Sunday), Monday closed
Time to spend: 1.5 hours
Next destination: Indira Gandhi Park, 5 minutes drive
Indira Gandhi Park
It is an urban park with ornate plantations often used as a picnic spot by the locals.
Address: E- Sector, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh 791111
Visiting time: 05:00 AM to 06:00 PM
Contact: +91 80147 89857
Time to spend: 1 hour
You can also book a taxi in Itanagar on day rental for sightseeing and onward journey.
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