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OVERVIEW

Kanyakumari Travel Guide

Kanyakumari is one of the fabulous districts of Tamilnadu in India. Nagarcoil is the district’s capital. It has the historical symbols of the period before the ninth century. It becomes the heaven of most natural and ambient lovers. People who live here speak Tamil and MalayalamThis place highly associated with the 2004 tsunami.

It has the second-largest population among the districts—the people have their pride in the city’s natural beauty. The town got the name due to the presence of the Hindu god Kumari Amman. Though fishery is the main occupation of the people, they cultivate rubber and other scented stuff in the forest region. Paddy, plantain, coconut trees grow in the delta areas of the sea. On the east coast of the site, there are shades of extinct coral reefs. The shores of the ocean have different varieties of conches. The sand in the river banks has more minerals. People here speak Tamil and Malayalam. Kanyakumari has more mountains next to Ooty and Kodaikanal. Let us see some tourist interest of the city.

BEST TOURISTS PLACES IN KANYAKUMARI

Vivekananda Rock Memorial

In 1970, to mark respect to the legendary Swami Vivekananda, Indian ocean the Vivekananda Rock fort memorial. History revealed that he attained enlightenment here while meditating in the rock. The monument has the majestic statue of him at the backdrop of the artistic Indian ocean. Tourists can experience the boat ride from the sea bank towards this place to explore the incredible views of the ocean. This memorial constitutes the Shripada Amndapam and Vivekananda mandapam. These are the two adjacent rocks that protrude out of the Lakshadweep sea. It offers a calm and serene ambience to the viewers. It also houses a museum and study hall in the Shripada Mandapam to learn about Vivekananda’s life and works. Besides the memorial, the tourists can have mediation in the gallery to seek peace and patience.

Thiruvalluvar Statue

There are only three motives for the people visiting Kanyakumari: Vivekananda Rock, Thiruvalluvar statue and beach. For honouring the imminent Tamil poet and philosopher Thiruvalluvar, the figure was constructed 21 years ago. He is a great poet in the world of literature and gave marvellous lines called, Thirukkural.In this, he gave the thoughts to enrich the lives of human. Famous sculpture Dr.V. Ganapati Sthapati designed his beautiful structure. It is 133 feet high and has a heavyweight of 7000 tons, and a 38-foot three-tiered pedestal holds it. This pedestal portrays the thirty-eight virtues of his preachings. Alankara Mandapam and ten elephant statues surround his majestic figure. We can notice the three fingers of him pointing the sky in his stautue depicting Aram, porul and Inbam- three-stanza of his created literary. Through a boat ride, we can visit this place too.

Kanyakumari Beach

It is in the southernmost part of the Indian peninsula connecting three major water bodies. It is a lovely location in the traveller’s paradise. The golden sand at the banks of the gushing Indian ocean enchants tourists from all across the world. It offers an overview of the flashing provides of the Indian Ocean, Bay of Bengal and Arbain Sea waters. It gives terrible its awful beauty during night times. All the eagerness of the tourist arose during the spectacular sunset viewed at the backdrop of marvellous water. The sun rays reflection chatters on the glittering waters entreats our eyes. The other name of this place is Cape Comorin beach.

Gandhi Mandapam

It is one of the respected places that has the ashes of Gandhiji before immersing into the sea. Here is the memorial constructed in the remembrance of the Father of our Nation. The uniqueness of the location is the seventy-nine feet high central spire that depicts his age when he died. The ceiling’s design is its unique feature. The sun rays reflect at the place above his ashes on his birthday every year. The memorial houses the library portraying the works of literature, magazines, and books when the British ruled India. It constitutes the pictures of other Indian leaders who fought for independence.

View Tower

Here is all over the advantage of Kanykaumari. It offers a panoramic view of most tourist places of the location. Here is the two-storied building to enjoy the enthralling flow of the sea. In the afternoon mid sun, the waves splash on the rocks, and the crystal white water exhibits its introduction. The place provides the extravagant sight of sunrise and sunset coupled with the shimmering sound of the ocean. Tourist rush during dawn and dusk to emerge themselves in the ambient view of the rising and setting sun. This place offers a beautiful view of Vivekananda Rock and the Thiruvalluvar statue amidst the sea waters. The place provides a perfect picture scenario and permits the photographers to capture the soothing breeze along with the wondrous rays of the sun. Besides all the natural amenities, Thirparappu falls, Thanumalayan temple, Bhagavathy Amman Temple, Padmanabhapuram Palace, Wax museum, Sanguthuarai Beach, Olakuravi falls and Mathur Aqueduct. Our Lady of Ransom church, Sothavailai Beach, Tsunami Monument, St.Xavier church and Vatatkottai fort in and around Kanyakumari. All this offers an excellent natural fest for green lovers. Kanyakumari is a picturesque spot that enriches it with shattered wealth. Pack your camera with yourself to make all the moments memorable!