Why Kerala’s Veli Tourism Village Should Be On Your South India Travel List – News18

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It is located 12 kilometres from Thiruvananthapuram.

The village combines picturesque gardens and lawns with the scenic beauty of the seas.

Kerala is considered one of the most scenic destinations in our country, home to breathtaking beaches and architecture. The Local18 team paid a visit to the Veli Tourism Village, known as a popular tourist spot in the city of Thiruvananthapuram. See why you must include the place in your trip to the South.

One of the best qualities of the Veli Tourism Village is that it is an ideal place to visit with your kids or the elderly. According to Local18, the village combines picturesque gardens and lawns with the scenic beauty of the seas. It is very easy to reach this place, which is situated at a distance of 12 kilometres from Thiruvananthapuram. It is close to the Veli Lake, next to the Arabian Sea.

A popular structure in the village is the Ven Shankh sculpture, built by the sculptor Kanai Kunhiraman. It is installed with several other sculptures created by Kanai. The park is a great place to visit with kids, as they have several options for rides. Recently, a new addition was launched at the place: a toy train.

On this train, the visitors can travel from one end of the park to the other, going through a bridge built on the lake. The train trip could be a little costly; however, the entry cost of the park is very low. Furthermore, visitors can also enjoy boating here. For food, the park offers a food street, where you can eat a variety of foods and can also buy toys. It has a small amusement park, owned privately by certain individuals. The park is an ideal place to visit for a day, where you can spend some quality time with your friends and family. The easiest ways to reach the place is through bus, auto-rickshaw or private transportation.