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Thiruvananthapuram

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September 2011 | Words VIJI KRISHNAN

• INSIDER TIP

  Science Museum and Planetarium

  For the scientifi cally inclined, Trivandrum is home to India’s most advanced science museum and planetarium, where visitors can learn all things astronomical.

• SHOP TALK

  Ethnic Weaves

  Ethnic Weaves is a quaint boutique that showcases an eye-popping array of colourful Indian fabrics and ethnic wear in a unique showroom. The best part is the low prices.

• CHEAP EATS

  Biriyani Hut

  Biryani, a delightful combination of rice, spices and meat or fi sh, is a quintessential Kerala treat. The Biriyani Hut dishes out a diverse set of options, yet still remains easy on the wallet.

• TOP TABLES

  Orion

  Orion, the multi-cuisine restaurant at the four-star Residency Towers, lets diners make selections from a menu featuring Indian, continental and Chinese delicacies or opt for the sumptuous lunch and dinner buffet.

• AT YOUR LEISURE

  Onam

  The fi rst week of September marks Kerala’s annual festival, Onam, when the entire city is decked out in colourful lights and a host of cultural events is held. A gala pageant marks the end of the festivities.

• LATE & LIVELY

  Sky Bar

  The Leela Kempinski’s signature Sky Bar, with its terrace overlooking the surf, is a scintillating spot to enjoy a round or two of cocktails and some fusion food – to the accompaniment of live music.

• OVERNIGHT

  Travancore Heritage

  The Travancore Heritage is a seaside resort where guests are treated to the one-ofa- kind experience of staying in a reconstructed traditional Kerala-style house, albeit one with all the amenities of a fi rst-class hotel.