Kanyakumari

Kanyakumari

Tamil Nadu

About Kanyakumari

Kanyakumari is the southernmost tip of the Indian subcontinent, a unique place where three major bodies of water—the Arabian Sea, the Bay of Bengal, and the Indian Ocean—converge. It is famous for its spectacular sunrises and sunsets over the ocean. Key landmarks include the Vivekananda Rock Memorial, a meditation hall built on a rock where Swami Vivekananda is said to have meditated, and the colossal Thiruvalluvar Statue. The confluence of the seas and the town's spiritual significance make it a deeply symbolic and popular destination.

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Best Time to Visit

October to March

Average Budget

  • Low: ₹1600/day
  • Mid: ₹4000/day
  • Luxury: ₹8500+/day

Travel Tips

  • Witness both the sunrise and sunset, which are the main highlights
  • Take a ferry to the Vivekananda Rock Memorial and Thiruvalluvar Statue
  • On full moon evenings, you can sometimes see the moonrise and sunset simultaneously

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