One-day Road Trips From Trivandrum: Top Destinations!

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Kallar

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Kanyakumari

[{"selector":"#anim-ade26a0d-873a-4d91-9376-a25fd63ac5c2 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(62.53662086642366%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":17000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] Sky and sea merge here. Vivekananda Rock is a must-see. You can also enjoy ferry rides. Image Credits: Gettyimages

Pathanamthitta

[{"selector":"#anim-22a4b088-9c57-4bd4-bfe8-17c526e8a4fb [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(69.11700677458997%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":18000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] Coconut trees beautify Pathanamthitta. While in town, explore Perunthenaruvi Waterfall. Image Credits: Gettyimages

Alleppey

[{"selector":"#anim-b56c2300-65cb-4b96-885c-07c4a0124857 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(62.69969146358483%, 0, 0) translate(25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":14000,"fill":"forwards"}] In Alleppey, you can choose to stay on houseboats, try some delicious Kerala food, and learn about the rich history of the area. Image Credits: Gettyimages

Varkala

[{"selector":"#anim-ae3372d3-c893-4252-9718-612666164613 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-62.48168922546535%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":17000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] Varkala has beaches, hills, forts, and temples. It's a great site to visit with family or friends and attracts tourists year-round. Image Credits: Gettyimages

Vagamon

[{"selector":"#anim-f7c4247d-19cf-44e7-afd8-8f8dd54deeb9 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(64.78430741804834%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":18000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] Vagamon appears to be a dream. Vagamon, a hill station in Kerala, is a location you'll want to remain forever. Image Credits: Gettyimages

Kollam

[{"selector":"#anim-ff8b12ae-919a-4f38-8da4-43be86fa2789 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-62.48168922546535%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":17000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] Kollam has museums, backwaters, and Thirumullavaram Beach. Family vacations are perfect here. Image Credits: Gettyimages

Dhanushkodi

[{"selector":"#anim-5344b4c6-eb02-4262-af95-bdd6c27e242d [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(62.940116904517616%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":17000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] Dhanushkodi is perfect for eerie weekend getaways. The church's ruins remain from this town's flood. Image Credits: Gettyimages

Coimbatore

[{"selector":"#anim-79a1ac3c-3edf-449c-9a96-c07f939f448a [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(68.35937480800591%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":20000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] Dravidian architecture and mild weather make Coimbatore famous. Family weekends are great here. Image Credits: Gettyimages

Thekkady

[{"selector":"#anim-dcacfc96-cfdb-4484-a497-22f92923dfd3 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(62.31689430259038%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":17000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] Adventurers and photographers will adore Thekkady. Bamboo rafting and trekking are the best activities here. Image Credits: Gettyimages