Planetarium, Thiruvananthapuram

The Priyadarsini Planetarium is located within the Kerala Science and Technology Museum in Thiruvananthapuram. It is one of the most advanced planetariums in South India which was opened in 1994. This planetarium includes a spacious theater covered with dome and contains a modern sky projector that shows the night sky, stars, planets and other space scenes. 

It runs regular shows in both Malayalam and English & is a popular among students, tuitions and those interested in space. Visitors can watch sky shows that explain various space topics in a clear and engaging way. The planetarium also hosts special programs and events during science festivals and educational tours, helping people explore the universe in an exciting manner.

Significance

The planetarium plays a key role in promoting scientific curiosity and space education. It introduces visitors to the wonders of the universe, helping them to understand the astronomical concepts in an engaging way.

It also supports school level science education and raises awarenss about India's achievements in space exploration. As a important educational & tourist destination, it reflects Kerala's commitment to science learning and innovation.

How To Reach

Trivandrum bus stand is located at a distance of around 3.2 KM from the museum. You can reach the museum by taking a auto or a local bus from the bus stand.