Pāhonoa te oro

Thiruvananthapuram has a rich history dating back over 1000 years. The city was once ruled by the Travancore royal family, one of the wealthiest royal families in the world. At the heart of the city lies the famous Padmanabhaswamy Temple, one of the richest temples on Earth. The city is filled with heritage buildings, museums, and palaces that showcase a unique blend of Kerala, Mughal, and European architecture.