The city of Thiruvananthapuram is located in the South of the state and bordered by Tiruneveli in the East, Kanyakumari to the South and Kollam district located to its North. The city is a must on the itinerary of any visitor to the South India.
Dhanwanthari Vaidyasala established by vaidyan C.N. Namboodiri is one of the most famous Ayurvedic centres in Kerala. It is situated in Thodupuzha in Idukki district.