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Kaniyapuram
Kaniyapuram is a residential and IT industrial area of Thiruvananthapuram metropolitan area of Thiruvananthapuram city around 17 kilometres (11 mi) from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. The main centre of Kaniyapuram area is located in NH-66 in between Kazhakkoottam and Pallippuram CRPF Base.
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- St Ignatius Church
- Veli Lake
Kaniyapuram at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- St Ignatius Church: St Ignatius Church Puthenthope, Thiruvananthapuram, is a Catholic church located in the Kadinamkulam panchayat of Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. Puthenthope claims to have rich historical legacy.
- Veli Lake: Veli Lake or Veli Kayal is a freshwater lake in the state of Kerala and is situated in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. lake is 8 km from Kerala's capital city, Thiruvananthapuram. On the eastern side, Veli Lake is connected to the Arabian Sea.
- Pothencode: Pothencode is a rapidly developing business town, northern suburb of Trivandrum city and a developing commercial area of Thiruvananthapuram District in the Indian state of Kerala.
Sightseeing Places
- St Ignatius Church: St Ignatius Church Puthenthope, Thiruvananthapuram, is a Catholic church located in the Kadinamkulam panchayat of Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. Puthenthope claims to have rich historical legacy.
- Veli Lake: Veli Lake or Veli Kayal is a freshwater lake in the state of Kerala and is situated in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. lake is 8 km from Kerala's capital city, Thiruvananthapuram. On the eastern side, Veli Lake is connected to the Arabian Sea.
- Pothencode: Pothencode is a rapidly developing business town, northern suburb of Trivandrum city and a developing commercial area of Thiruvananthapuram District in the Indian state of Kerala.
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St Ignatius Church
St Ignatius Church Puthenthope, Thiruvananthapuram, is a Catholic church located in the Kadinamkulam panchayat of Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. Puthenthope claims to have rich historical legacy.
Veli Lake
Veli Lake or Veli Kayal is a freshwater lake in the state of Kerala and is situated in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. lake is 8 km from Kerala's capital city, Thiruvananthapuram. On the eastern side, Veli Lake is connected to the Arabian Sea.
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How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV), about 14 km from Kaniyapuram.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Kaniyapuram railway station, about 0 km from central Kaniyapuram.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Kaniyapuram (Apr, May, Jun) averages 25–30°C with about 236 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Kaniyapuram (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 25–29°C with about 156 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Kaniyapuram (Oct, Nov) averages 24–29°C with about 278 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Kaniyapuram (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 23–30°C with about 41 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 25°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 29°C and lows of 25°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 29°C and lows of 24°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C.
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History
- Summary: Kaniyapuram is a residential and IT industrial area of Thiruvananthapuram metropolitan area of Thiruvananthapuram city around 17 kilometres (11 mi) from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India.
- Overview: Kaniyapuram is a residential and IT industrial area of Thiruvananthapuram metropolitan area of Thiruvananthapuram city around 17 kilometres (11 mi) from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. The main centre of Kaniyapuram area is located in NH-66 in between Kazhakkoottam and Pallippuram CRPF Base. The Kaniyapuram locality (Kaniyapuram pradesam) is a vast area and expands to; Andoorkonam in the East, Parvathy Puthanar in the West, Vetturoad in the South and Pallippuram (CRPF Base) in the North.
- Ancient History: The name "Kaniyapuram" is believed to have derived from the word "Kaniyan Puram - the domain of Kaniyans /Ganak- astrologists" or " Kaniyar Puram - the place of Kaniyars - the proponents of Kaniyar Kali, a temple art form" or "Ganika Puram (the place of Ganikas - the courtesans"). The Lebbas are amongst the very prominent clan of Kaniyapuram. According to documented history, the Lebbas migrated from Tamil Nadu in the early 1650s to Kerala. It is believed that they established in Kaniyapuram as early as the 1650s and established themselves as traders in Kaniyapuram.
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Significance
The name "Kaniyapuram" is believed to have derived from the word "Kaniyan Puram - the domain of Kaniyans /Ganak- astrologists" or " Kaniyar Puram - the place of Kaniyars - the proponents of Kaniyar Kali, a temple art form" or "Ganika Puram (the place of Ganikas - the courtesans").
Spiritual Significance
The name "Kaniyapuram" is believed to have derived from the word "Kaniyan Puram - the domain of Kaniyans /Ganak- astrologists" or " Kaniyar Puram - the place of Kaniyars - the proponents of Kaniyar Kali, a temple art form" or "Ganika Puram (the place of Ganikas - the courtesans").
Frequently Asked Questions
Kaniyapuram is most comfortable in January, February, March, April and December, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is April (average high 32°C) and the wettest months are May, June, July, August, September, October and November.
The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV), about 14 km away. The nearest railway station is Kaniyapuram railway station, about 0 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include St Ignatius Church and Veli Lake.
A stay of 1 day covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 28°C to 32°C over the year, with about 1909 mm of rain in total.
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