Kanyakumari is a religious city that is located on the southernmost tip of the nation where the mainland of the India literally ends, and then starts the vast sea. The city falls under the state of Tamil Nadu and also shares its borders with Kerala state on the west and north-west side. Whereas, towards the north and the east, the city shares its borders with Tirunelveli district; the remaining borders of the city is shared with the ocean. Malayalam and Tamil are the most spoken languages here and the locals are adherent devotees of gods. Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of Kerala, is at a distance of roughly 104 km and it takes two and half hours to cover the distance on a vehicle. The other cities that are situated close to Kanyakumari are Nagercoil, Kalakkad, and Poovar. It is also the city that shares close association with 19th century saint Swami Vivekananda. He visited the city while he was travelling across India, preaching and spreading the message of peace and world brotherhood.
The history of Kanyakumari also consist a large fragment where it has been associated with trade and commerce. Being a major city located in the southernmost coast of India, the city has been a major trading port in the medieval era. Other than that, the city also served as the gateway to India; it is the entry point from where the routes to different cities in southern India branch apart. The city is also a culturally rich city. Under the reign of different rulers/kings, including Cholas, Cheras, Pandyas, Nayaks etc. the city flourished and so did the art and culture. The richness of the city’s culture and art is reflected in the ancient temples and festivals of the city. The most celebrated festivals in the city are Navaratri, Chaitra Purnima, and the yearly festivals of the Catholic Churches. Besides, if one is an enthusiast about the culture, he ought to visit a theatre or cultural centre and watch Kathakali, the traditional dance form of the region.
As far as tourism is in consideration, the city is replete of the sightseeing spots and other allures. Of the most prominent tourist spots the Thiruvalluvar Statue is one major attraction. It is a large monument that is erected on a perfect spot. The monument is a statue of saint Tiruvalluvar, a renowned Tamil poet. The statue is so big that it is easily visible from a distance. Besides, there are no other large monuments or structures near to the statue. The statue is one of the major attractions of the city and finds a place in almost all Kanyakumari tour packages. Meanwhile, the site of the statue is also popular for its apt location. It is said that the site is the place where Indian Ocean, Arabian Sea, and bay of Bengal meet. The site is perfect for photography and sightseeing. The sunrise and sunset in particular are most beautiful. Besides, the statue is also in proximity to the Vivekananda Rock, which is the other most significant tourist spot.
Simply put, Kanyakumari is one beautiful city where religion is the dominant aspect. Besides, it is also a fine destination for holidaying. Head to the city to explore its religious sites, sightseeing points, and other allures.