 Kanyakumari is a small but exceptionally beautiful town, located on the confluence of three oceans - the Indian Ocean, the Arabian Sea, and the Bay of Bengal. Kanyakumari is referred as the southern most tip of the Indian subcontinent. The name of Kanyakumari is derived from two Hindi words 'Kanya' and 'Kumari' which translates into the 'virgin girl'. It's because that the place is named after the beautiful princess Kanya Devi, one of the many forms of goddess Parvathi, the consort of Lord Shiva. For its association with the goddess, Kanyakumari is regarded as one of the most sacred pilgrimage centers for the Hindus. The town houses several beautiful temples including the one dedicated to Goddess Parvathi.
Kanyakumari is not only famous for its temples but the place is blessed with exceptional scenic beauty. The enchanting views of sunrise and sunset over the waters here, never fails to mesmerize you. The multicolored sand beaches of Kanyakumari are one of the interesting attractions for tourist. Other major tourist attractions of Kanyakumari include the famous Kumari Amman Temple (also known as Kanyakumari Temple) dedicated to goddess Parvathi, Vivekananda Rock Memorial, the 6th century Fort of Vattakottai or the Circular Fort, Gandhi Mandapam and more. On your Kanyakumari Tour, you can also enjoy excursions to Suchindram (13 km) to visit the famous Thanumalayan Temple, Udayagiri Fort (34 km) and Padmanabhapuram Palace (45 km). Visit and explore the scenic town of Kanyakumari on your south India tour with India Tour and Packages and get rewarded with a holiday experience of the lifetime.
How to Reach
By Air: Trivandrum (85 km) is the nearest airport from Kanyakumari.
By Rail: Kanyakumari is well connected by rail Trivandrum, Delhi, Mumbai, Cochin and other major cities of south India.
By Road: Kanyakumari has a good network of roads and the place is well connected with all the major towns and cities of south India.
Recommended Itineraries
Best of South India Tour
Extensive Karnataka Tour
Southern Splendor with Exotic Backwater Tour
Southern Panorama Tour
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