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Must-See Destinations in Kerala
1. Ponmudi Hills
- Famous for: Ponmudi, meaning “Golden Peak,” is a hill station in Kerala, India, known for its cool climate, lush greenery, and scenic views of the Western Ghats.
- Timings: 9 am – 5 pm (all days)
- Entry Fee: ₹40
- Distance from Conference Venue: 25 km.
- Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ctkkXFYJ6MAJBE5U6
2. Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
- Famous for: The Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple is a renowned Hindu temple in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It’s considered one of the richest temples in the world and is a significant center of pilgrimage.
- Timings: 3:30 am – 12:00 am and 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm (all days)
- Entry Fee: ₹150
- Distance from Conference Venue: 42 km.
- Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/QoppeyvycudemFnB8
3. Kovalam Beach
- Famous for: Kovalam means “coconut grove”, after the coconut trees which are common here. he beaches around Kovalam are popular vacation destinations for both domestic and international travellers,
- Timings: 5 am – 7 pm (all days)
- Entry Fee: Free
- Distance from Conference Venue: 53 km.
- Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/WzSk2E5RJVKETzez6
4. Varkala Beach
- Famous for: Varkala Beach, also known as Papanasam Beach, is a popular beach in Varkala, Kerala, India, famous for its unique cliffs, religious significance, and various water sports. It’s particularly known for its cliffs, a unique geological formation called the Varkala Formation, which are the only such cliffs found in southern Kerala.
- Timings: Around the clock (all days)
- Entry Fee: Free
- Distance from Conference Venue: 68 km.
- Location:https://maps.app.goo.gl/q6hhPG2KhF1B6fg67
5. Alleppey Backwaters
- Famous for: Alleppey, or Alappuzha, is a popular backwater destination in Kerala, India, renowned for its intricate network of canals and houseboat cruises. Often called the “Venice of the East,” it offers a tranquil escape with palm-fringed waters, lush landscapes, and small villages. The backwaters are a major tourist attraction, with houseboats, shikaras, and motorboats providing various ways to explore the area.
- Timings: Round the clock
- Entry Fee: Free
- Distance from Conference Venue: 160 km.
- Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/PxFbLDH93KSFV87d8
6. Athirappilly Water Falls
- Famous for: Athirapally Falls is situated in the border of Kuttampuzha Panchayat in Aluva Taluk, of Ernakulam District and Athirapilly Panchayat in Chalakudy Taluk of Thrissur District in Kerala, India on the Chalakudy River, which originates from the upper reaches of the Western Ghats at the entrance to the Sholayar ranges
- Timings: 8 am – 6 pm (all days)
- Entry Fee: ₹30
- Distance from Conference Venue: 260 km.
- Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/4yBdZV26D73T1aZu6
7. Munnar
- Famous for: Munnar is renowned for its expansive tea plantations, picturesque landscapes, and the rare Neelakurinji flower which blooms once every 12 years. It’s also a popular honeymoon destination and is known as the “Kashmir of South India
- Timings: Round the clock
- Entry Fee: Free
- Distance from Conference Venue: 280 km.
- Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/gTKTdxDdKnPcHAqE7
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