Introduction

About 16 kilometers (10 miles) from Trivandrum, on the banks of the serene Karamana River is this lovely picnic destination called Aruvikkara. The place is popular for its verdant surroundings, a beautiful dam, and the Durga temple. Near the temple is a meandering stream replete with fish that quite fearlessly swim close to the shore in schools to have the crumbs thrown in by the visitors. The fish here are considered holy, and feeding them is believed to cure ailments such as warts, whiteheads and blemishes on the skin. Boating facilities are available at the reservoir.

Stroll the length of the stream, feed the fish, soak up the greenery, stop to take pictures and simply enjoy the breeze. Aruvikkara Dam offers an idyllic setting to enjoy a day out with your family in Trivandrum.

Special Attributes

Feeding the fish at the stream here is believed to cure skin ailments.

Nuisance

The site is peaceful, and free of irritants.

Dressing restrictions

Dress in whatever you find comfortable. But if you plan to visit the temple as well, make sure you are modestly dressed.

Connectivity

Private taxi or auto-rickshaw from the city centre.

Enjoyed by

Families, Senior Citizens, Backpackers, Kids, Honeymooners

Exposure

You will mostly be under the open sky of Trivandrum. Though the weather remains pleasant, it can get quite hot at noon, so you are advised to carry sunshades, cap, sunscreen lotion and a bottle of drinking water.

Avoidable Season

April, May, June, July

Facilities

You can enjoy boating on the reservoir.

Things Not Allowed

No such restriction

Tip

Begin early in the day when the weather is pleasant.

Type of site

Reservoir/Dam/Temple