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ABOUT KANYAKUMARI
 Described
as the southernmost end of Tamil Nadu, the land end of India or the point where
theland's three seas meet, enchanting Kanniyakumari or Cape Comorin is one of
the most popular tourist spots in the state and indeed, in the country. Part of
the fascination is of course due to the fact that it is the very tip of the
Indian peninsula and the confluence of the Bay of Bengal, the Arabian Sea and
the Indian Ocean. The other part is that the nature is so spectacular at
Kanniyakumari, that several other Indian beaches pale by comparison.
Area : 25.89 sq. kms.
Altitude : sea level
Rainfall : 102 cms average
PLACES TO SEE
Kumariamman Temple
The legend of this temple is as romantic as the place itself. Dedicated to the
virgin goddess Kanniyakumari (Parvati) who stands guard over the country, the
temple is built at the spot where the goddess is believed to have waited for her
consort Lord Siva to come and claim her hand in marriage. At one time the
shifting sands at the shores of Kanniyakumari were believed to be multi-hued as
a result of the coloured rice that was sprinkled by approving gods over the
couple at their wedding. Equally fascinating is the story about the diamond nose
stud worn by the goddess believed to have (mis) guided many a ship to a sorry
end at the treacherous rocks near the shore.
Gandhi Memorial
The Gandhi Mandapam has been constructed at the spot where the ashes of Mahatma
Gandhi were kept for public view in an urn before a portion was immersed into
the three seas. Every year on Gandhiji's birthday 2nd October, the sun's rays
fall at the exact spot where the urn was displayed before immersion.
Vivekananda Memorial
The memorial has been built on the Vivekananda Rock where the great philosopher
- guide Swami Vivekananda went into meditation that transformed him into one of
the most charismatic spiritual leaders of this century. The unique, structure
was built in 1970 and is a blend of various architectural styles of India.
Thiruvalluvar Statue:
Thiruvalluvar, author of Thirukkural - A Sagacious saint born before the Christ
( i.e. about 30 years before the Jesus Christ) Tamils take cognizance of the
birth of Thiruvalluvar as a basis of the calendar. Now we are in the 2032 of
Thiruvalluvar Aandu.
Thirukkural is regarded as a renowned work, that is eulogised as a directory of
code of conduct and ethics to the Humanity, through his 1330 couplets, the
revered poet not only deals with the general administration, but also codified
the clear cut directions to the mankind on how they should behave and act in a
social, political, religious and family circles.
Kamaraj Memorial at Kanniyakumari
The Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu declared on 19-4-1998 that the
Government would construct a Memorial to honour the services of Thiru
K.Kamarajar, the former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. The memorial was
constructed on the seashore, where the ashes of the Late Leader was immersed. A
building at cost of Rs.50 lakhs was completed in an aesthetic way with the
permission of Government of india.
EXCURSION
 Suchindram:
Just 13 kms. from Kanniyakumari, Suchindram has a temple dedicated to a deity
who is the representation of the combined forces of Siva, Vishnu and Brahma. The
temple has a beautiful gopuram, musical pillars and an excellent statue of the
Hanuman, apart from a valuable collection of art from different periods.
Nagercoil : Named after the temple dedicated to Nagaraja - the King of
Snakes - Nagercoil, the headquarters of Kanniyakumari district is 19 kms from
Kanniyakumari.
There are frequent buses from Nagercoil to any other part of the state and to
Thiruvananthapuram in neighbouring Kerala.
TRAVEL INFO
Air : The nearest Airport is Thiruvananthapuram (87kms.)
Rail: Kanniyakumari is connected with Tirunelveli, Chennai,
Thiruvanathapuram and Coimbatore by broad gauge. Tirunelveli (83 kms.) is
connected to Chennai, Madurai, etc.
Road: Kanniyakumari is well connected by road.
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