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5:00 AM: Sunrise at Kanyakumari Beach
Located at the southernmost tip of India, Kanyakumari Beach offers a spectacular sunrise. Watch as the sun comes up above the horizon and paints the sky with hues of orange and pink. The beach is lined with vendors selling fresh coconut water, tea and snacks.
Duration: 45 minutes | Distance: 4 km from Kanyakumari Town
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6:00 AM: Vivekananda Rock Memorial
Take a ferry from Kanyakumari Beach to visit the Vivekananda Rock Memorial, a sacred shrine dedicated to Swami Vivekananda, one of India's most revered spiritual leaders. The memorial is located on a small island and offers breathtaking views of the sea.
Duration: 1 hour | Distance: 500 meters from Kanyakumari Beach
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9:00 AM: Visit Thiruvalluvar Statue
Located near the Vivekananda Rock Memorial, the Thiruvalluvar Statue is the tallest statue of a Tamil poet-saint in the world. The statue is 133 feet tall and represents 133 chapters of the Tamil epic, Thirukkural.
Duration: 30 minutes | Distance: 500 meters from Vivekananda Rock Memorial
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10:00 AM: Bhagavathi Amman Temple
Visit the Bhagavathi Amman Temple, one of the most famous Hindu temples in Kanyakumari. The temple is dedicated to the goddess Devi Kanya Kumari, an incarnation of the Hindu goddess Parvati. The temple is known for its stunning architecture and intricate carvings.
Duration: 45 minutes | Distance: 1 km from Thiruvalluvar Statue
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12:00 PM: Lunch at Archana restaurant
Enjoy a delicious South Indian meal at Archana restaurant. The restaurant is known for its excellent vegetarian food and traditional service. Don't forget to try their famous thali meal, which includes a variety of dishes served on a banana leaf.
Duration: 1 hour | Distance: 1.5 km from Bhagavathi Amman Temple
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2:00 PM: Visit Suchindram temple
Suchindram temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to the Trimurti – Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. The temple is known for its unique architecture, which is a mix of Dravidian and Kerala styles. Don't miss the 22-foot-tall statue of Hanuman, the Monkey God.
Duration: 45 minutes | Distance: 14 km from Archana restaurant
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4:00 PM: Visit Padmanabhapuram Palace
Visit the Padmanabhapuram Palace, a 16th-century palace located in the town of Padmanabhapuram. The palace is known for its stunning architecture, intricate wood carvings and traditional Kerala-style architecture.
Duration: 1 hour | Distance: 20 km from Suchindram temple
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6:00 PM: Sunset at Sunset View Point
End your day with a beautiful sunset at Sunset View Point. The point offers a panoramic view of Kanyakumari and the Arabian Sea. Relax on the benches and enjoy the breathtaking views.
Duration: 30 minutes | Distance: 13 km from Padmanabhapuram Palace
If you have more time, consider visiting the Gandhi Mandapam, a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, or the Tsunami Memorial Park. If you have less time, you can skip the Padmanabhapuram Palace and Suchindram temple. Remember to carry sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses to protect yourself from the sun.