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Sight Address : Shanghumugham beach is situated at around 8 Km from Trivandrum city. It is very near to Trivandrum international airport. Edit
Detail InformationEdit
Shanghumugham Beach is one of the main beaches in Trivandrum city, Kerala. Shankumugham Beach or Shangumukham Beach is situated close to Veli Tourist Village and Thiruvananthapuram International Airport. The beach is known well for its cool breezy atmosphere, the vast stretch of white sand. The beach provides an ideal spot for relaxation and enjoy the beauty of sunset. The beach is really crowded during weekends as a number of visitors enjoy the beach and also has a good picnic touch to it. Here you can find several recreational facilities and during the local temple festival you can feel the carnival experience on the beach.
Shanghumukham Beach Thiruvanathapuram Kerla
HistoryEdit
The beach is also famous for the huge Matsyakanyaka (mermaid) Sculpture, designed by Sri. Kanai Kunhiraman, built in concrete in the year 1990.Shanghumugham beach is considered as the ‘Arattukadavu’ of Sri Ananthapadmanabhan – The presiding deity of the city. Thousands of Hindus perform ‘Bali Tharpanam’ during special occasions. Shanghu mugham is the prime location for Ganesh Nimarjan at the time of Vinayaka Chathurthi.
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Best Season to VisitEdit
The Best time to visit the during the month of April and December
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Morning , Afternoon ,Evening.
Time Required for SightseeingEdit
Minimum30 Minutes
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How to ReachEdit
Taxi : You can get prepaid taxis from the airport as well as the railway station .Fares may range anywhere between Rs 150 to 500 depending on the distance covered.
BUS : There are bus services from Trivandrum city to Shanghumugham.
Train : Nearest Railway stations are Trivandrum Central and Kochu Veli.
Air : It is en route to Trivandrum international airport.
Others : Auto rickshaws is also available to reach this place in trivandrum. Auto rickshaws in Trivandrum do not run on meter; however the charges are very minimal when compared to the other cities in Kerala. While travelling through an auto rickshaw, do not discuss the rate when you reach your destination. Negotiate a rate before getting into an auto rickshaw, as fares will rarely exceed Rs 70. There are no night fares and autos are a safe mode of travel. You can also rent out a two wheeler for around Rs 350 to 500 a day and the deposit will cost you around Rs 1500 per day.
Things to CarryEdit
Carry your own food and plenty of drinking water.
Safety / WarningEdit
Keep your cell phone in your laguage or hand out other person before going in water.
HelplineEdit
Police station 100/0471-2331843
Fire Station 101
Ambulance 108
Child Line 1098
Tourism 1600444747
Railway Alert: 919846200100
Women Helpline Number: 1091/04742764579.
