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herbs, the cone-shaped mountain is a centre of pilgrimage for Hindus because of Agastya, who was a confirmed bachelor. Hence, the aborigines dislike the presence of women on the hill and they are forbidden from ascending the peak.. Agasthyavanam Biological Park offers trekking opportunities.
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centres in and around the city. This is primarily due to Ayurveda's popularity in foreign countries. Medical tourism is further promoted by modern medicine hospitals in the city. Recuperation facilities are available at five-star beach resorts and hill stations nearby.
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is believed to have been an ancient port. Now, Vizhinjam is a fishing harbour, with a light house. The
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Situated on the eastern side of the district at about 1,869 metres (6,132 ft) above sea level,
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terminal because of its proximity to international shipping lanes and its natural depth.
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which is the highest peak in the Western Ghats. Tradition says that the great sage
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Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Trivandrum
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had commercial establishments here. The Portuguese have built a church in
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near to the sea shore, which is still functional and is referred as the
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Close view of the lighthouse in Vizhinjam, Trivandrum
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