One Day Itinerary: Exploring Kanniyakumari, Tiruvendhram

  1. 9:00AM: Kanyakumari Beach
    Located at the southernmost part of India, it is one of the perfect spots to spend your morning. Enjoy the beautiful sunrise with your feet touching Bay of Bengal, Indian Ocean and Arabian sea at once.
    Time Spent: 1-2 hours
    Distance from the next destination: 1.5 km
  2. 11:00AM: The Thiruvalluvar Statue and Vivekananda Rock Memorial
    Located on a small island in the sea, this landmark features a massive 133-ft statue of the famous poet-saint Thiruvalluvar standing atop the rock memorial, built in 1970 in his honor.
    Time Spent: 2-3 hours
    Distance from the next destination: 2 km
  3. 2:00PM: Kovalam beach
    After a long morning, enjoy a relaxed afternoon at Kovalam beach. This crescent-shaped, palm-lined paradise is situated 16 km away from Tiruvandrum. The beach is blessed with calm sea waters, making it ideal for swimming and other water sports.
    Time Spent: 2-3 hours
    Distance from the next destination: 26 km
  4. 5:00PM: Padmanabhapuram Palace
    Located about 45 minutes' drive from Kovalam, this 16th-century palace complex is the perfect place to end your day trip. Here, you'll find a collection of magnificent wooden buildings, courtyards and galleries, set among tranquil gardens, that will take you back to the time of South Indian kings.
    Time Spent: 1-2 hours
    Distance from the last destination: 65 km

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Kanyakumari Beach (1-2 hours, Free)
  • The Thiruvalluvar Statue and Vivekananda Rock Memorial (2-3 hours, INR 40)
  • Kovalam beach (2-3 hours, Free)
  • Padmanabhapuram Palace (1-2 hours, INR 50)
    • Total Estimated Costs: INR 90 ($1.21)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Suchindram Temple, which is well-known for its 6-metre tall Hanuman Temple and considered a marvel of South Indian architecture. If you like museums, head to the Napier Museum. If you have less time, consider skipping Padmanabhapuram Palace. Do note that most of the tourism places close down by 5 PM.

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