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3-Hour East Fort Walking Tour in Thiruvananthapuram with Temples

3 Hours Round trip from Thiruvananthapuram Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit Kizhakke Kotta, built by the kings of Travancore
  • 02 Walk through the streets of Thekketheruvu
  • 03 Seek blessings at sacred Hindu temples and ponds
  • 04 Learn about legends associated with ancient Tamil culture

Explore East Fort in the heart of Thiruvananthapuram on a walking tour through the city's historic architectural landmarks. Stroll along the narrow streets of Thekketheruvu to experience local culture and everyday life, and visit magnificent Hindu temples and ponds while learning about legends linked to ancient Tamil culture.

Stroll along the narrow streets of Thekketheruvu to experience local culture and everyday life, and visit magnificent Hindu temples and ponds while learning about legends linked to ancient Tamil culture.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Trivandrum
Languages English, Hindi, Russian, Tamil

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

East Fort, Thekketheruvu and Sacred Temple Walk

  • Walk through the historic East Fort, or Kizhakke Kotta, built by the kings of Travancore in a bygone era.

  • Visit Thekketheruvu and take a stroll past its ancient architectural buildings.

  • Explore the adjoining Hindu temples and ponds, and learn about the legends associated with ancient Tamil culture.

East Fort, Thekketheruvu streets, Hindu temples and ponds

Where this trip takes you

East Fort, Thekketheruvu streets, Hindu temples and ponds

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Thiruvananthapuram 1 city · 3 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • 500 ml bottled water

  • Small map of the covered area

  • South Indian coffee or tea from a local shop

  • English-speaking local Indian guide

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses

What to bring

  • Caps/Hats

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
East Fort, Pavithra Nagar, East Fort, Pazhavangadi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India
Tour start
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 hours finish where they began, in Thiruvananthapuram.

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