Located in the extreme southwest of India , Thiruvananthapuram is bound by the Arabian Sea to the west and Tamil Nadu in the east. The name of Anantha Padmanabha or Lord Vishnu, the city is home to many ancient temples. However, the landmark is the Sree Padmanabha Swamy temple around which has been the city built on seven hills. The wooded highlands of the western Ghats on the eastern and northeastern borders of Thiruvananthapuram give some of the most charming picnic spots. A long coastline with beaches of international renown, historical monuments, backwater stretches and a rich cultural heritage make this region a coveted tourist destination. Clean and green, Thiruvananthapuram,