Best Travel to Kanyakumari
The literal translation of Kanyakumari is a virgin. Legend has that the beautiful princess Kanya Devi, one of the many forms of Parvati, was to marry Lord Shiva, the destroyer. But due to his inability to turn up at the auspicious time, wedding never took place. So the name Kanyakumari.
Located at the confluence of the Indian Ocean, the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea, Kanyakumari is the southernmost tip of India. Just beyond the tip of the land lies a huge rock on which is built the Vivekananda Memorial. This place was the meditation center of Vivekananda, one of the greatest persons of India. A number of Hindu pilgrims travel to this site.
Also called Cape Comorin, the place has several places that capture the tourist's attention.
Vattakottai (Circular Fort)
Situated 6 km from Kanyakumari, the fort provides excellemt view of the sea and is a perfect place for bathing.
Suchindram
13 kms from Kanyakumari, the place is home to the Thanumalayan temple. A storehouse of art treasures, belonging to different period and kingdoms. The presiding deity of the temple is Shiva Lingam. The temple is also famous for a huge statue of the monkey god Hanuman and its musical pillars.
Udayagiri Fort
Situated 34km from Kanyakumari, the fort was built by King Marthanda Varma (1729-1758AD). The tomb of king's trusted European general De Lennoy' is located within this fort.
Thanumalayan temple
13 km away, the Thanumalayan temple, is famous for a huge statue of monkey god Hanuman and its musical pillars. The presiding deity of the shrine is Shiva
Padmanabhapuram Palace
It is the magnificent wooden palace of the Travancore maharajas.
Courtallam Falls
Perched at an altitude of 167 m. its water is believed to have herbal properties.
