Pettah is an urban neighbourhood of

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, the capital of the

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n state of

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. Strategically located near the

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and along the main road connecting key city areas, Pettah has historically served as a gateway to the city. Its proximity to the renowned Padmanabhaswamy Temple made it a favored destination for traders and pilgrims alike.

Location

Pettah is on the way to

and Shanghumugham Beach. Private and KSRTC buses connect Pettah to most parts of the city. The railway station at Pettah is 3 km from Thiruvananthapuram Central railway station.

International Terminal is around 2 km away.

Prominent institutions

* Railway Hospital * Kerala Kaumudi Buildings * Pettah Juma Masjid * Tourist villages * Hospitals - Lords, KIMS, Ananthapuri * Temples - Puthen Kovil, Kanjiravilakom, Kaniyattiamman Kovil * St. Anne's Church

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