Aruvippuram
Aruvippuram is a pilgrim centre located in a picturesque location, 24
kms from Thiruvananthapuram. It is also a small but lovely picnic spot.
The place derives its name from a stream.
A
small temple dedicated to Lord Siva was built here by Sree Narayana
Guru, the great Hindu reformer. This holy shrine attracts a number of
devotees during the 'Sivarathri' festival in March.
General Information
Location
24 kms from Thiruvananthapuram
Founded By
Sree Narayana Guru
Prime Attractions of Trivandrum
(Thiruvananthapuram)
The Aaranmula Boat Race is staged each year in the
scenic village of Aaranmula in August/ September. This river carnival is
part of the Aaranmula Temple festival.
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Varkala is a sea side resort, as well as an important
Hindu centre of pilgrimage. High cliffs with rich mineral springs rise
majestically from the coastline. The 2,000 year old Janardana Swamy
Temple and the Nature Centre are the two main attractions here
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