Trivandrum Beaches

Kovalam Beach, located ca. 16 km distance from the city centre, is memorable because of its natural beauty and distinctive red and white striped lighthouse. It is a great place to visit on a hot and sticky summer's day. Visitors often get involved and help local fishermen bring in nets and fishing boats! If you like seafood, head to the neighbouring sea port of Vizhinjam, about 3 km distance from the coconut tree lined Kovalam Beach. The town is home to large churches and lovely Hindu temples, a mosque and numerous restaurants. Sanghumukham Beach is also a popular tourist destination, offering plenty of bars and restaurants along the seafront where visitors can sample some of Kerala's delicious and fragrant cuisine.

Trivandrum Family Attractions

Napier Museum and Zoo, which inspired author Yann Martel to write his famous book "Life of Pi, Tirpparappu waterfalls and Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary are fabulous places to visit if you are travelling with your family. For those with a head for heights there are Neyyar Dam and Varkala Cliffs.

Historic and cultural Trivandrum Attractions

Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple is a major tourist attraction. The legendary treasures stored in its vaults are said to be worth more than $20 billion. Constructed in Dravidian style of architecture that is typical of the neighbouring state of Tamil Nadu, the temple is widely regarded as being the richest Hindu temple complex in the world, boasting a splendid 16th century Gopuram; an enormous and highly ornate tower at the temple's entrance typical of southern India. The splendour of Padmanabhapuram Palace dates back to 1601 AD. Constructed for the ruler of Venad, Iravi Varma Kulasekhara Perumal, the palace is located ca. 50 km distance from Trivandrum and sits inside an ancient granite fortress spanning an amazing 4 km in length. The sprawling complex was once at the heart of the ancient capital of Travancore, but by the close of the 18th century the capital was moved to Trivandrum. The palace is one of the finest examples of traditional Kerala style architecture. Sitting at the foot of the Veli Hills, the palace and fortress make for a great day trip destination with a rental car. Trivandrum is regarded as one the top ten greenest cities in India and is home to the Jawaharlal Nehru Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute and the University of Kerala. Take a stroll in the campus grounds or enjoy a walk in one of the city's many parks.

Alborz mountain range

The nicest characteristic of the city is the wonderful Alborz mountain range on the northern part which is usually covered with snow from November to May.

Around the city

Great part of the city has a rather modern and industrialised look and feel. There are only a few monuments as Grand Bazaar and Golestan Palace which remind of the classical architecture of the city. In the northern part of the town you find the residential district with bigger houses, villas and gardens.

Lavasan and Fasham

You reach towns with clear and fresh air located in the mountains as Lavasan and Fasham with less than an hour drive. In winter at only two hours from the capital you can enjoy skiing in Shemshak, Dizin and Darbandsar, there are nice pistes, hotels and other accommodations to enjoy.

Kasbah mosque

This populous city many historic attractions. Take a tour of the Kasbah mosque and explore the Grand Socco and Petit Socco in the area of the Medina. Like other Moroccan cities, Tangier has several traditional markets or souqs as they are referred to. Find the enthusiasm to bargain spices, carpets and other trinkets.

Museum of Moroccan Art

Get a glimpse of Tangier’s local history and Moroccan history in general at the Museum of Moroccan Art. Some may find the Forbes Museum fascinating. It has a collection of a total of 115,000 models of lead soldiers. These figures re-enacted the major battles of history; from Waterloo to Dien Bien Phû, realistically recreated with lighting and sound effects.

Turkish bath

The city has plenty of fantastic restaurants. For those looking to rest their tired limbs find a hammam, the local version of “Turkish bath.” You may decide to take a day trip to Asilah, a small fishing village known for its beautiful beaches. If you travel to the nearby village of Kalaa you can venture into the Rif Mountains, which offer hiking routes for adventurous travellers

Natural Park

Located south of Taif is a large natural park where clumps of tree lie scattered amidst magnificent weathered granite rocks. The site also has a small zoo.

Around the city

The opportunity to see the magnificent horses in action is yet another added attraction to a summertime visit to Taif. And being an animal lover, Taif is one of three places in the Kingdom established by the National Commission for Wildlife Conservation and Development dedicated to the study of endangered animals and plants and to their breeding in controlled conditions.

Tailors Souk

For a real taste of old Taif, the Tailors Souk is a sandstone alleyway of ancient shops tucked between the town’s modern buildings.

Statue of Meret Amun

See the 11m-high statue of Meret Amun beside the Mosque of Sheikh Naqshadi.

Sidi Arif Mosque

Sidi Arif Mosque is one of the largest mosques in Sohag Governorate and makes for an interesting stopover.

Sialkot Cathedral

This 160 years old cathedral is located in cantonment area.

Clock Tower

Century old Clock Tower is the most famous landmark of Sialkot, situated in Saddar Bazar.

Puran Bhagat Well

Another historical site situated near cantonment area

Persepolis

The most famous Shiraz attraction is Persepolis which is registered as the international heritage by UNISCO. Persepolis is situated 70 km northeast of Shiraz. In contemporary Persian, the site is known as Takht-e Jamshid. Persepolis is he translation of a Greek word and means “Persian City”.

Naqshe Rostam and Naqshe Jahan

It is open to the visitors all the days of the year except Ashura Day which is a very important religious day in Iran. Naqshe Rostam and Naqshe Jahan are located in a short distance from Persepolis, so you are advised to see all the resorts all together in half of the day.

The Hafiz and Saadi Mausoleums

The tombs of very famous poets of Iran are located in Shiraz. The Hafiz and Saadi Mausoleums are nice to see. They are also called Hafiziyeh OR Saadiyeh among the local people. Many Iranians, especially the people of Shiraz believe that the Hafiz Mausoleum has the positive and energetic atmosphere.

Karim Khan Arg

Karim Khan Arg which is located in the center of Shiraz City, Zand St. Zand St. is among the oldest streets of Shiraz and now it is not a preferable place for the youths to go shopping or have gatherings because it has still kept its traditional and old environment.

The Al-Hisn Museum

This historic fortress was the home of Sharjah’s rulers for over 200 years. The site has always been a beloved public forum where the sultan’s subjects could meet for special occasions. The complex is divided into several sections, including an interesting museum detailing the restoration of the fort, an exhibition of weapons, and the Al Qassimi Library. The fort’s blend of beautiful artefacts and stunning architecture makes it a popular attraction.

The Qanat Al Qasba

is a massive 10,000-acre complex featuring entertainment, and cultural and dining venues. A 30-metre-wide water canal runs for 1,000 metres through the complex, crossed by pedestrian bridges and lined by cafés on both banks. Boats are available to give you a cruise along the canal, while the main Masrah Al Qasba theatre regularly hosts special events. There is also a huge exhibition area that holds ongoing exhibits.

One of Sharjah's newest museums

Opened in 2008, presents the important role the sea has played in this Emirate's development over the centuries. Sharjah was first settled more than 6,000 years ago due to its ideal seaside location. This museum displays traditional dhows that were used in ancient times for fishing, pearling and trading. The historic Arabian pearl industry is also explored, as are many other facets of maritime life in early Sharjah.

Museum of the Frankincense Land

Visit the impressive Museum of the Frankincense Land. It consists of a History hall and a Maritime hall. These introduce the visitor to the geography, history and society of the country.

Salalah Clock Towe

Salalah Clock Tower is a majestic structure that is worth a must-visit.

Wadi Darbat

Wadi Darbat should be on every traveler’s list. It is one of the most gorgeous wadis in town, which features among other things, a photogenic waterfall.

King Abdulaziz Historical Center

You can be in King Abdulaziz Historical Center (the National Museum) from 9 am to 12 pm. This would take you through history and make you relive it. You can also visit Kind Abdulaziz Center where you can know more about his simple life and see some of his possessions which he received as gifts from other countries’ rulers. You will surely enjoy watching the antique displays.

Thumama

You can go to Thumama area to enjoy horse riding and ride motorcycles and to experience the charming nights of Riyadh while the children can play freely. Then you can have dinner in one of the traditional restaurants.

Al-Masmak Fort

You go downtown to visit Al-Masmak Fort, from where the city of Riyadh was conquered and watch a documentary about how it was done.