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Tourist Places in kanyakumari (Tamil Nadu) – Tirupparappu Water Falls:

  By deepak Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu

Tirupparappu Water Falls: 15 kms. from Nagercoil. The temple of Mahadeva at this place is a popular Shiva temple. The very word of the village denotes a pavilion of beauty and sacredness. The panoramic view of the shrine with green hills and perennial river Kodayar running in front of the… Continue reading

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Tourist Places in kanyakumari (Tamil Nadu) – Nagercoil: (19 kms.)

  By deepak Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu

Nagercoil: (19 kms.) Named after the temple, the deity is dedicated to Nagaraja, the king of serpents, this temple is unique in many respects. In fact, the presiding deities are Shiva and Vishnu enshrined in the same complex. The original temple appears to have been a Jaina shrine as evidenced… Continue reading

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Tourist Places in kanyakumari (Tamil Nadu) – Udayagiri Forts: (34 kms.)

  By deepak Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu

Udayagiri Forts: (34 kms.) This fort is situated near the main road leading to Padmanabhapuram. Built during the regime of king Marthanda Varma (1729 – 1758), it had an ancient foundry for casting guns. It is said that a Dutch General by name De Lennoy became the prisoner of the… Continue reading

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Tourist Places in kanyakumari (Tamil Nadu) –Thirucharanthumalai: (65 kms.)

  By deepak Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu

Thirucharanthumalai: (65 kms.) This is an ancient Jain pilgrim centre, very near Chittaral, having fine sculpture of Jain Tirthankaras. The name of the village means The holy hills to Charanars, which means the abode of Jain monks. There are cave temples divided into several chambers, each having an idol of… Continue reading

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Tourist Places in kanyakumari (Tamil Nadu) – Pechiparai and Peruchni Dams

  By deepak Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu

Pechiparai and Peruchni Dams: These dam sites are excellent for picnic and sports. Boating facilities are available. Continue reading

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Tourist Places in kanyakumari (Tamil Nadu) – Muttam

  By deepak Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu

Muttam: At the far end of the land is the light house and a fine beach for bathing and sports. This is an excellent place for picnic. Continue reading

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Tourist Places in kanyakumari (Tamil Nadu) – Thiruvattur: (70 kms.)

  By deepak Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu

Thiruvattur: (70 kms.) The temple here is one of the finest specimens in temple architecture. The walls of the shrine have many ancient paintings which are worth seeing. Mathoor Thottipalam is one of the largest and highest bridges near this place. The lush grass surroundings and scenic beauty attract many… Continue reading

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Tourist Places in kanyakumari (Tamil Nadu) – Suchindram

  By deepak Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu

Suchindram: (13 kms.) This is actually a Shiva temple but in fact the only temple in the country dedicated to the Hindu Trinity, popularly known as the Thamulayan. It symbolises Shiva. Brahma and Vishnu, traditionally called as Dattatreya. The temple is a fine example of Dravidian art and architecture, several… Continue reading

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Tourist Places in kanyakumari (Tamil Nadu) –Vetta Kottai Forts

  By deepak Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu

Vetta Kottai Forts: (6 kms.) A little away from the town on the main road is the 18th century historical fort overlooking the sea. As the beach is clean and with the sea calm, it is ideal for bathing and serves also as a fine picnic spot. Continue reading

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Tourist Places in kanyakumari (Tamil Nadu) – Guganathaswamy Temple

  By deepak Kanyakumari, Tamilnadu

Guganathaswamy Temple: Very near the railway station is the ancient Shiva temple said to be a thousand years old. This shrine was built by Raja Raja Chola and has some fine architecture and sculptural specimens of Chola style. Continue reading

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