Activities in Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum)
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Margi Kathakali School
Margi Kathakali School conducts courses in kathakali and kootiattam (traditional Sanskrit drama) for beginner and advanced students. Fees average Rs200 per 1½-hour class. Visitors can peek at uncostumed practice sessions held 10am to noon Monday to Friday. It’s in an unmarked building behind the Fort School.
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Thiruvananthapuram City Day Tour
KTDC offers tours, leaving from the Tourist Reception Centre at the KTDC Hotel Chaithram on Central Station Rd. The Thiruvananthapuram City Day Tour visits Trivandrum’s major sights plus Kovalam beach (half day 8.30am to 1pm and 2pm to 7pm; full day 8.30am to 7pm). Avoid Monday, when some places are closed.
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CVN Kalari Sangham
CVN Kalari Sangham offers three-month courses (Rs1000 per month) in kalarippayat for serious students with some experience in martial arts. Contact Sathyan for details. On Monday to Saturday at 7am to 8.30am, training sessions are open for public viewing.
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Academy of Magical Sciences
Ever wanted to learn how on earth they do that Indian rope trick? This is your chance. This academy works to preserve traditional Indian magic, give recognition to street magicians and train students in the art of illusion. It holds regular shows and have a store selling magic kits. Fun.
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Ayurveda
The students at Ayurveda College perform massage and general panchakarma (cleansing and purification) treatments (after consultation with a doctor) free of charge. Expect to wait in line, and expect Indian hospital, rather than Western resort-style, ambience.
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Kanyakumari Day Tour
KTDC offers tours, leaving from the Tourist Reception Centre at the KTDC Hotel Chaithram on Central Station Rd. The Kanyakumari Day Tour visits Padmanabhapuram Palace, Kanyakumari and the nearby Suchindram Temple.
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