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Kanyakumari is a small town located at the southernmost tip of the Indian Peninsula. The town is famous for its exalted hills, delightful beaches and beautiful rivers. The architectural design of the rustic structures in Kanyakumari has typical Keralian and Tamilian influence. It is the only place in the country where you can enjoy both the majestic sunset and the moonrise simultaneously. The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport which is 90 kilometres away.
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The fact that Kanyakumari is situated in the southernmost tip of India itself makes it special. The view of the ocean is simply mesmerizing, especially when you choose the right time to visit the beach. But apart from that, there are only a few tourist attractions to keep you busy and interested.
Kanyakumari is one of the most visited places by travellers when they visit India. During the British Rule, the place was known as Cape Comorin. Situated at the confluence of three oceans namely Bay of Bengal, Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean, the town of Kanyakumari offers an amazing view of both the sunrise and the sunset over the ocean. The colourful seashores and valleys, the sandy beaches and the rolling mountains add beauty to the town. The various temples visited by thousands of pilgrims and the welcoming beaches attract tourists to Kanyakumari.
Since ancient times, Kanyakumari has been a centre for arts and culture. The Vivekananda Rock Memorial, located 100 metres into the sea is one of the major attractions. It can be reached through a ferry. The significant temples in Kanyakumari are Bhagvathi Amman Temple and Gunathaswamy temple. The View Tower provides the best view of the sunset and offers a panoramic view of the seashore, Vivekananda Rock Memorial and Thilluvar stature through a telescope. Some of the other attractions are Padmanabhapuram Palace, Mahatma Gandhi Memorial and Udaygiri Fort.
The town of Kanyakumari is 30 metres(100 ft) above mean sea level.
The weather is fairly pleasant throughout the year.
Between the months of June to November.
By Air
The nearest airport to Kanyakumari is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport which is at a distance of 90 kilometres. The airport is well-connected to major cities in India and some cities abroad. From the airport, you can book a cab to reach your destination.
By Train
Kanyakumari has a railway station of its own. The station is very well-connected to major cities across the country. From the station, you can take a taxi or an auto to reach your destination.
By Road
You can easily get buses to Kanyakumari from Thiruvananthapuram bus station. Tourist buses are also available from Bangalore, Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai etc. These buses are less frequent.
South Indian style meals are famous here. You also get typical tamil dishes like dosa, vada, idly, sambar etc.
