Kanyakumari is a coastal town in the state of Tamil Nadu on
India's southern tip. Jutting into the Laccadive Sea, the town was known as
Cape Comorin during British rule and is popular for watching sunrise and sunset
over the ocean. It's also a noted pilgrimage site thanks to its Bagavathi Amman
Temple, dedicated to a consort of Shiva, and its Our Lady of Ransom Church, a
center of Indian Catholicism.
It is located at the confluence of the Indian
Ocean, Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal. Kanyakumari has been a great centre for
art and religion for centurie.
Places to visit in Kanyakumari
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Vivekananda rock memorial
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Vivekananda Rock Memorial is a popular tourist monument in
Vavathurai, Kanyakumari, India. It was built in 1970 in honour of Swami
Vivekananda who is said to have attained enlightenment on the rock. According
to local legends, it was on this rock that Goddess Kumari performed austerity.
At
Vivekananda Rock, one can witness both sunrise and sunset. Kanyakumari is
especially popular for this spectacular sight, given to it being almost
completely surrounded by water. On warm, full-moon evenings, one can see the
moon rise and sunset at the same time. Its a rare but beautiful sighting.
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| Kanyakumari beach |
Kanyakumari Beach is one of the most pristine beaches in the waterfront town of Kanyakumari. It is located at the confluence of the Bay of Bengal, Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean. Beauty oozes here in the form of soft golden sand that is overlapped by shimmering waters of the endless sea.
Strong waves frequently strike the rocky shoreline of the beach, due to which
visitors are not allowed to step into the sea. There is a lighthouse at the
beach from where they can enjoy stunning views of the never-ending blue waters.
During sunrise and sunset, the beach appears distinctly beautiful and reddish
in colour. Other than revelling in the beauty of the beach, visitors can
indulge in shopping in the beachside marketplaces.
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| Kanyakumari wax museum |
Kanyakumari wax exhibition hall is
extremely one of a kind place for going to. Set inside the premises of
Bay Watch Water Theme Amusement Park,. Noted as India's first wax historical
center. Worked in accordance with London's Madam Tussauds Wax Museum, this
extraordinary fascination shows wax statues of eminent identities. Guests can
see lovely statues of Mother Teresa, Mahatma Gandhi, Amitabh Bachchan,
Rajnikanth, Shahrukh Khan, Indira Gandhi and Jackie Chan, to list a couple. Visit
and explore this place.
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| Thiruvalluvar statue |
Thiruvalluvar Statue is a popular tourist spot in Kanyakumari. Thiruvalluvar Statue is one of the biggest statues in India located atop a small island in Kanyakumari, nearby the confluence of the Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal and Indian Ocean.
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| Vattakottai fort |
The coastal fort, Vattakottai Fort is built in 18th century during the reign of Travancore kingdom. It is undeniably one of the popular sightseeing places in Kanyakumari. Constructed for the purpose of coastal defense, this fort was the last seaside fort that was built by Travancore kingdom.
The mesmerizing view from the fort is another reason
why you should plan a visit to Vattakottai Fort. The view of vast spread of
serene ocean on one side and the mystical Western Ghats on the other side is
undoubtedly hypnotizing, making your visit to the fort worth remembering.
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| Mathur Aqueduct |
Measuring a kilometre in length and 115 feet in height, Mathur Aqueduct or Mathoor Hanging Trough is among the longest and tallest trough bridges in Asia.
Breathtaking views of
Sunrise 
Sunset
Sunset
Best
time to visit :
The
ideal time to visit Kanyakumari is between the months of October to March. However,
depending on what you want to do, here’s a monthly breakup of Kanyakumari’s
climatic conditions so that you can plan when to go.
March to May: These months constitute the summer season in Kanyakumari. Though the temperature in March is generally pleasant, April and May can be warm but still the maximum temperature does not go beyond 35 degree Celsius. Swimming and surfing can be thoroughly enjoyed during these months as well. Also, the cool breezes always keep the weather cool and comfortable for tourists.
June to September: These months constitute the monsoon season in Kanyakumari. While June and September observes very scanty rainfall, the rain showers become heavy during the months of July and August. If you love rain, watch the glistening green hue of the Kanyakumari’s natural beauty and landscape. Being an off-season, you can enjoy attractive discounts at hotels and restaurants during this time.
By Air
Located at a distance of about 67 kilometres, the nearest airport to Kanyakumari is the Trivandrum International Airport. From the airport, you can hire a taxi or a cab to Kanyakumari which will cost you somewhere between Rs. 1,000 to Rs. 1,500.
By Bus
Tamil Nadu and Kanyakumari Road Transport Corporation offer regular fleet of buses to almost all the major cities of South India.
By Train
Kanyakumari has its own rail head and trains from major cities of India stop at this junction.
Road/Self Drive
You can enjoy the thrill of going on a long drive by driving or hiring a car from the nearby cities to Kanyakumari. The beautiful countryside of Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka are well-connected with Kanyakumari through a good network of roads and highways.
Travel tips :
- Wear comfortable sandals, flip-flops, etc.
- Wear socks : Socks and flip flops or sandals (or any open footwear, for that matter) can be used to save yourself from the burning floor at most tourist spots, it’s best you let your fashion sense take a back seat and wear socks at all times.
- Wear Sunscreen.
- You wont find enough Non vegetarian food as the area is primarily a pilgrimage destination.
